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Kris Hooks / CapRadio While Double Dutch was originally brought to this country by Dutch immigrants, that’s not who made the game popular. That honor goes to Black America. The jump roping game which involves two people twirling ropes simultaneously as at least one person jumps in rhythm could be seen in classic African American movies and even in hip-hop music videos in the 80s. From national championship tournaments to former First Lady Michelle Obama jumping on the lawn of the White House in 2011, it’s clear that Double Dutch has become a cultural phenomenon reaching far beyond the New York City block parties where it was made popular. ....