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The conversation takes a poignant turn as the author addresses the broader implications of representation in sports. They articulate the critical need for visibility within ownership, especially for young aspiring athletes and fans of color. The author eloquently expresses, “I want to see people that come to the stadium and spend their money be able to look up at the suite level on mahogany row where the executives are and see someone that they can aspire to be.” The absence of such figures represents a stark reality that many minorities face, feeling as if their dreams are systematically silenced.