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CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Michael Jordan finally spoke out on Monday about racial tensions in America in hopes of easing conflicts between blacks and law enforcement.The NBA great and Charlotte Hornets owner announced he is giving $1 million to the Institute for Community-Police Relations and another $1 million to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund. The aim is to help build trust following several shootings around the country.As a proud American, a father who lost his own dad in a senseless act of violence, and a black man, I have been deeply troubled by the deaths of African-Americans at the hands of law enforcement and angered by the cowardly and hateful targeting and killing of police officers, Jordan said in a statement. I grieve with the families who have lost loved ones, as I know their pain all too well.Jordans father was killed in 1993 in a botched carjacking in North Carolina. Daniel Green and his friend Larry Demery were convicted of killing 56-year-old James Jordan along U.S. 74 and dumping his body in South Carolina. Both were sentenced to life in prison.The high-profile Jordan has been notoriously silent over the years when it comes to his opinions on politics or social justice issues, which has drawn some criticism.But he said Monday he can no longer stay silent on the issue.I was raised by parents who taught me to love and respect people regardless of their race or background, so I am saddened and frustrated by the divisive rhetoric and racial tensions that seem to be getting worse as of late, Jordan said in the statement. I know this country is better than that. ... We need to find solutions that ensure people of color receive fair and equal treatment AND that police officers -- who put their lives on the line every day to protect us all -- are respected and supported.Spike Lee tweeted: DO NOT SLEEEP ON MJ. NBA player Jared Dudley tweeted: There u go MJ.Jordan won six NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls and became one of the most popular and respected basketball players in the world.After retiring, he became the majority owner of the Hornets in 2010.Over the past three decades I have seen up close the dedication of the law enforcement officers who protect me and my family, Jordan said. I have the greatest respect for their sacrifice and service. I also recognize that for many people of color their experiences with law enforcement have been different than mine. I have decided to speak out in the hope that we can come together as Americans, and through peaceful dialogue and education, achieve constructive change.Jordan said he chose the Institute for Community-Police Relations because its policy and oversight work is focused on building trust and promoting best practices in community policing. He gave to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, the nations oldest civil rights law organization, to support its work in support of reforms aimed at building trust and respect between communities and law enforcement.While Jordan said the contributions alone wont be enough to solve the problem, he added: I hope the resources will help both organizations make a positive difference. We are privileged to live in the worlds greatest country -- a country that has provided my family and me the greatest of opportunities.The problems we face didnt happen overnight and they wont be solved tomorrow, but if we all work together, we can foster greater understanding, positive change and create a more peaceful world for ourselves, our children, our families and our communities. Tom Waddle Youth Jersey .25 million option on reliever Jose Veras. Jim McMahon Bears Jersey . 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CLEVELAND -- Didi Gregorius had two hits, including a solo homer, and scored twice as the New York Yankees beat the Cleveland Indians 5-4 on Thursday night.Chase Headley added two singles and drove in the go-ahead run for the Yankees, who improved to 3-4 on their 10-game trip. Brett Gardner and Jacoby Ellsbury had two hits and an RBI apiece.Cleveland, which leads the American League Central, lost its second straight home game after 13 wins in a row at Progressive Field. It had the potential winning run on base with two outs in the ninth, but Tyler Naquin was thrown out on a close play at first.Naquin was initially awarded an infield single -- off the glove of first baseman Mark Teixeira -- before the call was overturned on a challenge by New York manager Joe Girardi. Second baseman Starlin Castros throw to pitcher Aroldis Chapman nipped him to the bag.The Yankees scored three times in the sixth inning to take a 5-2 lead. Headley and Ellsbury had RBI singles, while Rob Refsnyder delivered a sacrifice fly that chased Indians starter Trevor Bauer (7-3).Headley drove in Castro with a hit to right field, thanks to Girardis first successful challenge. Castro was ruled out at home, but the replay showed that he slid under the tag of Indians catcher Chris Gimenez.Yankees right-hander Ivan Nova (6-5) stopped a two-game losing streak and earned his first road victory since June 3, at Baltimore. He struck out six in 5 1/3 innings, allowing four runs, in the opener of the four-game series.Dellin Beetances and Andrew Miller followed and combined for 2 2/3 scoreless innings.dddddddddddd Chapman gave up two hits in the ninth before picking up his 17th save.Naquin, a rookie, and Jason Kipnis homered in the third to give Cleveland a 2-0 lead. New York tied the game in the fifth when Gregorius belted his career-high 10th home run and Gardner had an RBI single.Bauer suffered his first loss since May 21, surrendering five runs in 5 2/3 innings. The right-hander was 4-0 with a 1.81 ERA in his previous eight outings, including five shutout innings of relief on July 1, at Toronto.Yankees designated hitter Alex Rodriguez, who has 695 career home runs, was not in the lineup for the second straight game. The three-time AL MVP is batting .220 with eight homers and 28 RBI.TRAINERS ROOMYankees: DH Carlos Beltran (right hamstring tightness) did not play the field as Girardi attempts to manage his injury. Beltran was initially hurt on June 29, against Texas.Indians: RHP Zach McAllister (right hip discomfort) was placed on the 15-day DL. He allowed four runs in 1/3 of an inning Wednesday in a 12-2 loss to Detroit.UP NEXTYankees: RHP Chad Green earned his first major league win in his last outing, going six innings in a July 3 start at San Diego.Indians: RHP Corey Kluber is 1-1 with a 2.65 ERA in three career starts against the Yankees. He last faced them on Aug. 9, 2014. ' ' '