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An emotional Earvin “Magic” Johnson speaks about his desire to help at-risk youth in need of an education as entertainer Common (middle) and Ill. Gov. Pat Quinn look on.

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Magic Johnson & Friends Rally Behind Option School

At the North Lawndale Magic Johnson Bridgescape location at 3210 W. Roosevelt Rd., former NBA star Earvin “Magic” Johnson joined by several of his notable friends including recording artist Common, and current Bridgescape students announced the formation of his non-profit organization “Friends of Magic” that would work to assist at-risk students and dropouts earn their high school diplomas.