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Fri Feb 26 21:38:21 +0000 2021

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They wore beads and a scarf to protest lynchings. And when the national anthem played, Smith and Carlos lowered their heads and raised their fists in protest. As they left the podium, the crowd booed. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 26, 2021 Hibernated

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So when track stars John Carlos and Tommie Smith won medals at the 1968 Olympics, they made a decision. As the two walked toward the podium, they took off their shoes to protest poverty. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 26, 2021 Hibernated

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It took our nation far too long to recognize the righteousness of Carlos and Smith's actions. But their spirits live on through today's athletes who continue to speak out against racism and police violence in our communities. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Feb. 26, 2021 Hibernated