I believe this is a good candidate for re-evaluation because Smith and Carlos were not only trying to empower black athletes, but they were trying to prove a point and take a stance in regards to the entire black population in the United States. Being in the Olympics is one of the greatest honors because the athletes represent the entire country. Through the Olympic Project for Human Rights, Smith and Carlos small action became heavily debated and was seen as very controversial at the time.
I think the Black Power Salute is a great image in history and I know I had never really learned about much in regards to this picture. Controversial pictures like this made for great discussion so I'd be eager to see how public schools would teach such a prominent image.
ReplyDeleteThis event is a great topic to write about. It was extremely controversial when it happened but it relayed to the whole world what was going on in the United States at the time. This event was one that symbolized what African Americans were feeling at the time and I agree that it should be taught about more.
ReplyDeleteThis topic never came across my mind and I wish I would of thought of it. I love sports and I know you do as well, so it is a perfect topic to talk about. The Black Power Salute is a historical image and extremely controversial. I agree that it should be emphasized more in high school history classes.
ReplyDeleteI agree that this is a monumental moment in the progression of African-Amerians integration into American society. They stood up for themselves on a world stage and after this moment a 'black power' fever came over America, and African-Americans continued fighting for their rights with a renewed intensity.
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