LataraSpeaksTruth+FollowPresident Obama Announces Medal of Freedom HonoreesOn November 17, 2010, President Barack Obama released the official list of recipients for the Presidential Medal of Freedom for that year. The announcement highlighted fifteen people whose lives shaped the moral, cultural, and historical direction of the country. Among those named were Maya Angelou, John Lewis, and Bill Russell. Each one represented a different pillar of American influence. Angelou brought truth and dignity through her writing. Lewis devoted his life to justice and nonviolent resistance, standing firm from Selma to Congress. Russell used his platform as an athlete and activist to challenge inequality while becoming one of the most decorated champions in sports history. The White House announcement recognized them as individuals who lived with purpose and courage. Their contributions helped shift the country toward a fuller understanding of leadership, creativity, and integrity. November 17 marked the moment when their impact was officially honored and placed on the national record. #MedalOfFreedom #PresidentObama #CivilRightsIcons #MayaAngelou #JohnLewis #BillRussell #BlackHistoryMoment #AmericanHistory #HistoricalRecognition #LegacyAndLeadership 59022Share
David Howard+FollowHow impossible is it to surpass Wilt's all time rebounding record?Let’s put just how insane Wilt Chamberlain’s rebounding record is into perspective. If a player grabbed 10 rebounds per game — which ranks top-10 in the NBA right now — for 23 full seasons, they’d still be behind Bill Russell. And to pass Wilt Chamberlain? You’d have to average 10 RPG for nearly 30 seasons straight. That’s 82 games a year, no injuries, no decline — consistently for three decades. Even if someone averaged 14.2 rebounds per game (the current league-leading rate), it would still take 21 full seasons without taking a break to catch Wilt. So, do you think this record will ever be broken? #WiltChamberlain #NBAHistory #ReboundingKing #BillRussell #Records #Basketball 51Share
Shawn Martin+FollowMy hottake: Bill Russell is the most overrated player of all timeIf Bill Russell played today, you’d probably mistake him for Bismack Biyombo. At 6'10", 215 lbs, he averaged 15.1 PPG on 44% shooting while playing 41 minutes a night, and only topped 17 PPG twice in his career. Sure, he won 11 rings… but that was in an era with 8–10 teams, barely any athletic bigs, and the Celtics had half the All-Stars in the league. I get the “defensive anchor” argument, but being the best player on the most stacked team doesn’t automatically make you an all-time great. So is Bill Russell a legendary winner? yes. Is he top 10 player ever? Not even close. #NBA #BillRussell #NBAUnpopularOpinion #Celtics #Boston 1627Share
