What did the African-American athletes do in order to draw international attention to “black poverty” in the Mexico Olympic? -SST 10th

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To draw international attention to racial discrimination in the United States, the AfricanAmerican athletes performed following activities:  (i) They received their models wearing black socks and no shoes to represent Black poverty.  (ii) When American national anthem was played, these two African-American athletes stood with clenched fists upraised and heads bowed.  (iii) The black gloved and raised clenched fists were meant to symbolise Black power.  (iv) Peter wore a human rights badge on his shirt to show his support.  

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