Question

Was there any other option left for African-American athletes apart from raising their voice against discrimination?

Answer 1

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They could have opted to walk away with the greet and medal they received simply, but the two athletes showed the courage to represent the discrimination faced by the black community in their country.

They could have opted to walk away with the greet and medal they received simply, but the two athletes showed the courage to represent the discrimination faced by the black community in their country.They were criticized by their home state, their medals were taken back, but their action gained international attention towards the discrimination.

They could have opted to walk away with the greet and medal they received simply, but the two athletes showed the courage to represent the discrimination faced by the black community in their country.They were criticized by their home state, their medals were taken back, but their action gained international attention towards the discrimination.Later to honor this courage of the athletes, the San Jones State University installed a 20ft sculpture of Tommie Smith and John Carlos.