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THE STERLING AFFAIRS Part 3: Property (2019)

May 29, 2024
Follow the journey of Donald and Shelly Sterling as they rise from poverty to become landlords. Learn about their controversial real estate empire and discriminatory practices. Dive into legal and personal controversies, racism in the NBA, and complex dynamics during the Clippers era.
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  • The Sterlings masked their Jewish heritage to avoid housing discrimination and prioritized profit over tenant welfare.
  • Donald Sterling's controversial actions included racial discrimination, objectification of women, and dodging accountability in the shadow of sports success.

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Donald Sterling's Identity Transformation

In 1960, Donald and Shelly Tokowitz sought to shed their ethnic last name for a glamorous identity in their pursuit of success, eventually settling on the name Sterling. Sterling symbolized a new beginning and aspiration for the couple amidst the vibrant dreams of Los Angeles dreamers.

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