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At the Mexico City Olympic Games in October 1968. Tommie Smith and John Carlos, winners of the gold and bronze medals respectively in the 200m, raised their fists in the Black Power salute during the awards ceremony as the national anthem was played. Each athlethe wore a black glove and no shoes as a symbol of recognition of black poverty. As a result of their protest, both were sent home from the games.
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What were the future implications of the black power salute in the 1968 Olympics?
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Did politics ever affect Olympic games?
Very much so. Look at the Munich Olympics, and the 1968 Olympics black power salute. Hope this helps. :)
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in the year 2012
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To protest the treatment of African American citizens of the United States and to protest bigotry. Click on the 'Black Power Salute' link below to read about it and see a picture of Smith and Carlos on the podium doing the salute.
