LaDainian Tomlinson used his Hall of Fame platform to send a message to the country about coming together and not slamming doors on others in such a polarizing political time.
Tomlinson personalized the message by using his own family’s history dating back to when his ancestors came over as slaves. Tomlinson’s great, great, great grandfather George unwillingly came to America from West Africa 170 years ago and, now, the Tomlinson name is enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
“My name began with the man who owned my great, great, great grandfather,” Tomlinson said. “The family legacy that began in such a cruel way has given birth to generations of successful, caring Tomlinsons.