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The speaker is criticizing the habit of praising people only after they have died. He contrasts that with his own intention to think differently and not follow that pattern.
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About Bernard Hopkins
American former professional boxer
Bernard Hopkins Jr. is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1988 to 2016. He is known for a long career that brought him multiple world championships in two weight classes. Hopkins held the undisputed middleweight title from 2001 to 2005, and later the lineal light heavyweight title from 2011 to 2012. His career is remembered for sustained success across decades in the ring.
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