#civil-rights

#civil-rights

Harry Edwards is a pivotal figure in black athlete advocacy, enduring hate while influencing race relations and activism in sports.

George Foreman's Olympic gesture contrasted sharply with the protest of Tommie Smith and John Carlos, highlighting the complexities of Black identity and patriotism.

The Boston Athletic Association and Newton officials face a lawsuit alleging civil rights violations against a women of color running group during the 2023 Boston Marathon.

The family of Mickel Lewis Sr. received $30.5 million after a jury found excessive force used by a sheriff's deputy led to his death.

Mahmoud Khalil's detention raises serious concerns about civil rights and the implications for advocacy in the United States.

Nikki Giovanni's documentary showcases her enduring influence and wit as a poet and activist in her later years.

The Black Paris exhibition highlights the impactful contributions of Black artists in France and addresses historical contexts of race and identity.

Neglect in Sacramento County jail led to David Kent Barefield Sr.'s overdose death and a subsequent $3.5 million settlement.

The immediate aftermath of Nat Turner's Rebellion caused a violent backlash against Black communities, rooted in the white population's fear of further uprisings.