The Black Lives Matter raised, clenched black power fist symbol has a long history behind it, but what does it mean?

A protester holds up a large black power raised fist in the middle of the crowd that gathered at Columbus Circle in New York City for a Black Lives Matter Protest spurred by the death of George Floyd.

Look at the history of the clenched fist as a symbol of protest and solidarity. — -- A national debate about race and proper military behavior broke out this week after sixteen African ...

The history of the raised fist, a global symbol of fighting oppression The forceful salute is intertwined with some of the 20th century's most tumultuous events, including conflicts with fascism.

The raised fist is one of the most interesting of these because of its long and varied history: It’s been used by fascists, socialists, communists, Black Power advocates and even golfer Tiger Woods.

Wide Angle The History Behind Trump’s Raised Fist How a symbol of Black Power and socialist liberation became one of the former president’s go-to gestures.

The raised fist is one of the most interesting of these because of its long and varied history: It’s been used by fascists, socialists, communists, Black Power advocates and even golfer Tiger Woods.

Black women contributed to Black power during one of the most turbulent eras in Black history through dynamic leadership and unwavering support.

The Black power salute, the raised fist in a show of strength and fearless, was put on display for the world at the 1968 Olympics by Tommie Smith and John Carlos at the medal stand.

Here's a brief history of the 'raised-fist salute' famously used by Olympians John Carlos and Tommie Smith at the 1968 Olympics. But does it stand for black power or human rights?

The clenched fist has been closely tied to social tumult throughout history, yet the gesture's representation of strength and hope endures. Its message? We shall overcome. The post How the ...

In 2020, the clenched fist (also referred to as the black fist) was tied to the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement as an emblem of power, pride, and perseverance.