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Work of Wikipedians and Wikimedians preserves history

Posted on October 16, 2015 by Pete Forsyth

On this day 47 years ago (October 16, 1968), two black American sprinters took advantage their moment on a global stage, when they — with a white Australian — quietly directed the world’s attention to the deep racial injustices that run through our … Continue reading →

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A Wikipedia portrait anchors a sports star’s place in history

Posted on January 21, 2015 by Pete Forsyth

Back in 2009, the Oregon Ducks’ star running back (college football) was suspended for most of the season, following a post-game flare-up in the nationally televised season opener. With rumors and hyperbole flying all over the Internet, I decided to … Continue reading →

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Damian Lillard’s amazing shot: will we see it on Wikipedia?

Posted on May 4, 2014 by Pete Forsyth

Are you a basketball fan? If so, you’ve probably seen the incredible shot Damian Lillard of the Portland Trail Blazers just hit, with under one second of playing time remaining, to win the first seven-game series of the NBA 2014 playoffs. But if not, … Continue reading →

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