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Sportshour: The Power of the Protest

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The Power of the Protest

13/10/2018 GMT

BBC World Service - Sportshour, The Power of the Protest

Tommie Smith tells us about the power of protest 50 years after the “black power salute”.

Fifty years after making what became known as the “black power salute” at the Mexico Olympics, Tommie Smith tells us about the power of the protest and the impact it had on his later life.  He also reflects on the struggle Colin Kaepernick has had since taking a knee at NFL matches – and President Donald Trump’s criticism of the quarterback.

A former Washington Redskins cheerleader discusses the sexual harassment she claims she experienced during her time working with the organisation.

Ana Carrasco reflects on becoming the first woman to win a motorbike world title and we speak to the creators of Game of Zones – a Game of Thrones inspired animation on the National Basketball Association.

Photo: Tommie Smith and John Carlos at the 1968 Olympics (Getty Images)

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