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The World's Fastest Humanitarian
🏅Olympian 1968 Bronze Medalist
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In 1968, Dr. Tommie Smith and Dr. John Carlos raised their fists on the Olympic medal stand, making history and reminding the world that sports can be a powerful platform for justice and equality.

At City Hall, we’re carrying that legacy forward through inclusive hiring in SJPD, efforts to end poverty in the Mayfair neighborhood, and standing up for our community’s values by signing onto lawsuits against the Trump administration.

Alongside @sj_aacsa and @sjsu, our city came together to honor these Living Legends. We're working towards a San José where everyone feels valued, supported, and has the opportunity to live the American Dream.

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On October 14, the African American Community Service Agency (AACSA) had the honor of celebrating Tommie Smith and John Carlos Day at San José State University! ✊🏾

The day was filled with powerful conversations, inspiration, and reflections on the legacy of activism, leadership, and representation in sports.

Dr. John Carlos joined AACSA Leadership Academy students Ma’Kayla Akin, SJSU Associated Students President, and Lyric Lubin, SJSU Black Student Union President, for a meaningful conversation about activism, advocacy, and the continued impact of the Olympic Project for Human Rights.

Women in Sports Panel: We were honored to hear from an incredible panel featuring two-time Olympian Tianna Madison, WNBA Executive Bethany Donaphin, and Track & Field student-athlete Morgan Hall as they shared their experiences and perspectives on leadership and the future of women in sports.

Thank you to Assemblymember Ash Kalra and Assemblymember Issac Bryan for helping close out this impactful day with powerful remarks.

AACSA is grateful to everyone who helped make this celebration meaningful and continue the legacy of Tommie Smith and John Carlos. Their courageous stand reminds us that sports can be a powerful platform for social change, and that the work of advocating for justice and equality continues today.

The legacy lives on. The movement continues. ✊🏾🖤💛

#TommieSmithAndJohnCarlosDay #ALA #Advocacy #BlackExcellence #OlympicProjectForHumanRights

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Today it is October 16 2026. But 58 years ago, in 1968, a sacrifice was made. Tommie Smith and John Carlos recognized they had an opportunity to be seen, when they could not be heard. I, Nairobi Smith, as the granddaughter of Dr. Tommie Smith and as an athlete, student and leader myself, I carry this legacy with fierce pride.

I want everyone to remember, as we continue to fight the fight for human rights, that this moment in ‘68 is within our timeline, and we have a duty to carry their baton. Keep telling the stories that matter to you.

#tommiesmith #tommiesmithandjohncarlos #1968olympics #trackandfield #explore

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... with @johncarlos1968 and @tommiesmith68 at @sanjose.city Hall Rotunda

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A conversation with Dr. Tommie Smith & Dr. John Carlos ⚔️

#AllSpartans

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16 ottobre 1968. Sul podio olimpico di Città del Messico, due uomini afroamericani scelgono di sacrificare tutto per non rimanere in silenzio, scrivendo così per sempre, la storia dello sport.

Quello di Tommie Smith e John Carlos non è stato solo un atto di protesta, ma una delle dimostrazioni di coraggio più potenti che lo sport abbia mai visto. Un gesto di dignità pura che ha travalicato il confine dell’atletica per cambiare per sempre la storia dei diritti umani.

Il prezzo da pagare fu altissimo, ma la storia ha dato ragione a chi ha avuto il coraggio di schierarsi.

Perché ci sono momenti in cui si va ben oltre una vittoria, ben oltre una medaglia olimpica. Per far spazio alla forza e al coraggio delle proprie idee.

Una storia quella di Tommie Smith e John Carlos, che rimarrà per sempre nella storia dello sport. Ma non solo. Anche nella storia dell’umanità.

Ormai è un mast, il libro “Abbiamo toccato le stelle” di @ricgazza

🎥📸 ad opera di @___.mattiaa_

#oltreiconfinidellosport #mexico68 #diritticivili #storiedivita

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Smith & Carlos Day 2026

Honoring the legacy, courage, and impact of Tommie Smith and John Carlos at San José State University

#sjsu #bsu #SmithAndCarlosDay #blackhistory #explorepage

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Today I was blessed w/ the opportunity to groom, the great 1968 Summer Olympian and civil rights activists @johncarlos1968 . Your energy is always so genuinely positive and the wisdom you share will stay with me for a lifetime. IF WE DON’T STAND FOR SOMETHING WE WILL FALL FOR ANYTHING, thank you ✊🏾🏆⚔️💈

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OLYMPIANS…Tommie Smith and John Carlos…”Breaking Barriers”✨✨✨

#sculpture #PolymerClay #caricature #tommiesmithandjohncarlos

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You’re Invited: Dr. John Carlos & Dr. Tommie Smith Day

The African American Community Service Agency (AACSA), Councilmember Anthony Tordillos & District 3 Team, and San Jose State University invites you to join us in honoring Dr. John Carlos and Dr. Tommie Smith and their extraordinary legacy of courage, leadership, and advocacy for racial justice.

Join us as we celebrate these Olympic medalists and San José State University alumni, whose historic stand at the 1968 Olympics continues to inspire generations to use their voices for change.

Date: Friday, October 16, 2026 Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm  Location: San José City Hall Rotunda
Doors open at 5pm!

Register here: bit.ly/smith-carlos-day26

THIS IS A FREE EVENT!!! Registration does not guarantee entry as it is a first come first serve and doors will close when at capacity for the safety of all attendees.

We welcome students, families, community members, and leaders to come together in recognition of their lasting contributions to sports, civil rights, and our community.

We look forward to celebrating these Living Legends with you!

For more information please email communications@sjaacsa.org
Or call (408)292-3157

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