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Some question Michael Jordan's motives in addressing social issues, others applaud him
Owner of the Charlotte Hornets, Michael Jordan, watches on during their game against the Atlanta Hawks at Time Warner Cable Arena on Nov. 1, 2015, in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
The announcement comes as a shock for many who know that Jordan has been notoriously silent when it comes to issues of social justice, often drawing criticism.
But his decision to speak out for the first time has yielded similar results with many questioning his reasoning and timing.
Here's a roundup of social media reactions to the news:
