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  Clemson fans have long wondered why NFL star DeAndre Hopkins refers to himself as a Daniel High alum instead of a Clemson product during introductions for prime time NFL games. On Monday, arguably the best receiver in the world explained why. Hopkins said on an Instagram post that he doesn't associate himself with Clemson during introductions because of the university's ties to John C. Calhoun. The South Carolina native and politician, who was the vice president of the United States from 1825-1832, is well known for his pro-slavery stance. The Clemson University website says Calhoun "declared that slavery was not an 'evil,' but rather a 'positive good."

The honors college on Clemson's campus is named the "Calhoun Honors College" after John Calhoun. "As we watch everything happening in the world, I want to bring up something that has been bothering me for a long time in my community," Hopkins posted on social media. "Clemson University still honors the name of well known slave owner and pro-slavery politician John C. Calhoun on its buildings, signs, and in the name of its honors program." A petition was started four days ago to change the name of the building. - The State


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