Ayanna Pressley

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Ayanna Pressley @AyannaPressley

After retiring, Willie spent time paying it forward to the next generation. He was @NHL's Director of Youth Development & Diversity Ambassador, and worked to increase opportunities for young Black and brown players & help them take their rightful place in the big league too. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 20, 2022

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Ayanna Pressley @AyannaPressley

Willie was a speedy left winger—but even he couldn't out-skate racism as the sole Black player in the NHL. He faced fierce discrimination & even violence from fans & players alike. Despite it all, Willie embodied resilience, grace, dignity & never gave up on his dream. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 20, 2022

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Ayanna Pressley @AyannaPressley

Willie’s story reminds us to not only take up space, but to create it—and pave the way for others to do the same. With this honor, he joins Jackie Robinson, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Coretta Scott King, the Tuskegee Airmen & more.🏅 Incredible company for an incredible man. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted Jan. 20, 2022