How Tommie Smith and John Carlos’ 1968 Black Power salute inspired me to find my purpose
The picture (and actions) demonstrating the activism of the track stars at the 1968 Olympics cost them everything and gave me ...
Olympian John Carlos talks impact of Black Power salute at 1968 Olympics
Our own Joshua Short had the opportunity to talk about that moment with Carlos, who says the oppression still exists.
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Shaw performs Black Power salute after goal for Man City Women following racist abuse
The Black Power salute was a gesture famously performed by 200-meter American medalists John Carlos and Tommie Smith on the victory stand at the Olympic Games in Mexico City in 1968 to protest ...
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How Tommie Smith and John Carlos’ 1968 Black Power salute inspired me to find my purpose
In this Oct. 16, 1968 file photo, United States athletes Tommie Smith, top center, and John Carlos, top right, extend their gloved fists skyward during the playing of the "Star-Spangled Banner ...
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Olympian John Carlos talks impact of Black Power salute at 1968 Olympics
(WNDU) - On this final day of Black History Month, WNDU 16 News Now has an exclusive story about a moment in history which still resonates today. It all started at the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City.