History-maker himself, Celtics Bill Russell supported athlete activism
Boston great Bill Russell didn't always agree with protesters approach, but knew they were working for a better world
CULTURE
Opinion: Events of 1968 brought purpose of disruptive protest into focus
The protests at the 1968 Mexico City Summer Olympics were a huge moment in a year full of momentous events shaping young people
How do you measure the impact of athlete activism?
The Global Sport Institute will begin to study and measure the impact of athlete activism, particularly related to NFL players
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Olympic legend Wyomia Tyus returns to Mexico City track
Wyomia Tyus returns to Estadio Olímpico Universitario for the first time since 1968 Mexico City Summer Olympic Games
Olympic Project for Human Rights lit fire for 1968 protests
The Olympic Project for Human Rights, led by Dr. Harry Edwards, was the spark that lit the match for global recognition of equality
Athletes’ opportunity to be courageous still resonates in Mexico City
John Carlos, Wyomia Tyus and Chris Kluwe spoke to a rapt audience on their experience fighting for social equality
‘Memorable’ 1968 Olympic logo used lines as power
Lance Wyman's creation of the 1968 Mexico City Olympic logon was influenced by power, speed and emotion and was adopted by student protestors
Washington area school bans Redskins apparel
School in North Bethesda says Washington NFL logo violates the school policy against offensive clothing
In 1968 baseball showed black, white, Hispanic players could get along
A year after devastating riots, Detroit needed to come together and the Tigers provided the glue
Ancient game of Kabaddi is India’s fastest-growing sport
The popularity of kabaddi has risen steadily over the years to the point it has become India’s second most watched sport after the Indian Premier League
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INTEREST
In some places, swing is still in style. - Alberto Rios