For over three decades the African American Cultural Alliance (AACA) has provided a powerful festival experience for the community to immerse itself in African and African American culture. The festival, September 20–22, unites three of Nashville’s finest visual artists displaying their works about black men in motion.
Read MoreA special birthday shoutout to my brother Peter Norman who would have been 78 today. Although you are not physically here, your legacy and life lives on through your family and friends that were blessed to have met you. I know if you were alive today, you would be speaking out against the injustices occurring throughout the world, standing once again alongside me united as one voice. Rest easy brother.
Read MoreI would like to take this time to thank all of the people who attended the 50th anniversary gala held this past Saturday. It was truly a memorable event filled. To all the sponsors who contributed, thank you for the support. To all of the speakers and performers, God bless you all. To my dear family, your continued support in bringing my vision to fruition along with all of the hard work you all put into organizing and promoting this event is much appreciated. Without all of you, this event could not be possible. Let's continue to build off of this and make next years event even better. —Dr. John
Read More"I'm about the movement, not the moment." - Dr. John Carlos Fifty-one years of being a public icon I learned to be humble, gracious and happy with my history. I never would have imagined our historical silent protest at the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City on the podium, would have turned into one of the greatest, most memorable sports/political movements in today's history. Who would have thought a silent protest would be the inspiration for so many individuals to actually speak and be a voice for so many groups who feel unheard.
Read MoreThank you God for allowing me to see another beautiful year. I am truly thankful for all that you have provided and continue to provide not only for me but too my family and friends. We must all learn to appreciate all that God has provided for us whether big or small.
Read More25 years plus 25 years totals 50 years that have led up to the history of John Carlos, and the infamous 1968 Olympics demonstration. I’m here to let you know that I’m healthy with a sound mind and with a clear vision of where I was, and what I was trying to accomplish 50 years ago. So much has changed in 50 years, and sadly, so much has stayed the same. It is hard to believe that 50 years later, we are still struggling at such a slow pace, in terms of advancing human rights, and the fundamental freedoms for all people that there is a serious need for more action.
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