First African-American Woman In History Wins Olympic Swimming

When the 20-year-old won gold Thursday night, she wasn't just an athlete excelling at her sport. She was a symbol for what should have been self-evident all along: Swimming is for everyone.
When the 20-year-old won gold Thursday night, she wasn't just an athlete excelling at her sport. She was a symbol for what should have been self-evident all along: Swimming is for everyone.

Simone Manuel Becomes First Black Woman To Win Olympic Swimming Gold

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Simone Manuel — the First African-American Woman to Win an Olympic

Simone Manuel makes history as first African-American woman to win