Black Power salute

The Black Power salute is a gesture used to promote racial pride and solidarity among Black communities. It typically involves raising one fist in the air with a clenched hand, symbolizing strength, resistance, and unity against oppression. The most famous instance was during the 1968 Olympics when athletes Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised their fists on the podium, drawing attention to Civil Rights issues. The salute has since become a powerful symbol of the fight for racial justice and empowerment, expressing defiance against discrimination and a call for societal change.