"In 1968, Tommie Smith and John Carlos brought the Black Power movement to the Olympics, standing up against hate and bigotry on a global stage. They made themselves seen when the world refused to listen. We applaud you. #BlackHistoryMonth"Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from Joyce Beatty:
"No Black woman has EVER served on the FED Board of Governors. Dr. Lisa Cook is a more than qualified candidate, and the halt on her nomination prevents her from working on our economys pressing issues. Today, I call on the Senate to confirm Dr. Cook. Delay is not an option."Read on Twitter
"I'm LIVE with @CapehartJ to discuss the immeasurable impact Black women have made on US History. Tune in now! twitter.com/washingtonpost"Read on Twitter
"From the Olympic Rings to an engagement ring! Congratulations to gymnastics #GOAT @Simone_Biles! twitter.com/simone_biles/s" on Feb. 15Read on Twitter
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