Eleanor Thompson

Afropolitan. Attorney. Advocate.

[Eleanor Thompson @EleanorThomps]

Excited to share my story of activism as an introvert.
When indivs tried to censor this talk, its publication became its own social justice effort. But my inner light can’t be put out. Neither can yours. Embrace its power & make social change.
#LightDonKam https://t.co/qONCrZkzNh

[Eleanor Thompson @EleanorThomps]

@toubuya https://t.co/jnFjcTj4tD

[Dezmond Ewell @DezEwellMedia]

Never going to apologize for being black and creating black spaces!

[philip lewis @Phil_Lewis_]

The historic Alfred Street Baptist Church announced it would fund the Black student government whose funding was cut at Mizzou over DEI restrictions

“We take care of our own people,” said Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley.

https://t.co/7iBBZpK63G

[The Tennis Letter @TheTennisLetter]

Naomi Osaka on why she chose to host a party for the black tennis players:

“You know I'm seeing a little bit of-
‘Why can't you love everyone for all skin tones?’ and ‘what if someone had an all white party?! First of all I do love everyone for who they are no matter their race + ethnicity, (I'm literally half Japanese lol). I can only speak from my experiences in my own life though, growing up as a tennis player I didn't see many people that looked like ME and I feel like it's important to celebrate them.

Secondly I feel like it's important to note that there have been all white dinners/parties. I don't know how else to tell you this, I literally seen them all the time and never had an issue with it at all. To the people who ask this question I want to ask you this question too, ‘What is it about POC getting together that unsettles you so much?’

I want to end this by saying I grew up watching my dad get discriminated against, having the cops called on him multiple times at the tennis court. There are multiple things I will apologize for in my life but celebrating being black and appreciating who we are will never be something I would consider saying sorry for. Thanks.

Actually I lied, I am sorry. I'm sorry for the people who cannot comprehend in their brains that this is not about exclusion, this is a celebration about how far we have come 🖤”

(via Naomi on Threads)

[Travis Miller @travismillerx13]

🇺🇸MASAI RUSSELL 12.14 AMERICAN RECORD AND SECOND-FASTEST 100mH TIME IN WORLD HISTORY! 👑🔥 #XiamenDL

[Eleanor Thompson @EleanorThomps]

#OpenGovWeek shouldn’t end with speeches. What are citizens’ real experiences in accessing Parliament? If the #FOI law must be used just for MP names & contacts, #OpenParliament is mere rhetoric. True #OpenGovernment shows in transparency, citizen participation & accountability.

[Citizens’ Barray @CitizensBarray]

A reminder during #OpenGovWeek: Parliament remains inaccessible to most citizens in #SierraLeone.

Citizens continue to call for basic info to access their MPs so that #OpenParliament & #OpenGovernment become more than rhetoric.

Learn more: https://t.co/xUzIBzwWUi

@opengovpart

[Eleanor Thompson @EleanorThomps]

Rest peacefully, George Wyndham. Gonna miss seeing you on the big stage.
It was an honor and inspiration to watch you compete. You have made us immensely proud. 🇸🇱🕊️

[Eleanor Thompson @EleanorThomps]

George Wyndham of #SierraLeone 🇸🇱 is up first in the Paris 2024 #ParalympicGames Men’s Javelin Throw - F57 class. Tune in now!

[Eleanor Thompson @EleanorThomps]

Whether bearing the Salone flag during ceremonies or the way he competed with determination, George Wyndham wore the green, white & blue on his chest with immense pride, time and again. I can’t explain my joy watching him compete. Forever in our history books & our hearts. 🇸🇱🤍🕊️

[Eleanor Thompson @EleanorThomps]

Still in sports fan mode! The Paris 2024 Paralympics started yesterday. Just as excited for the next 11 days of competition!

#SierraLeone 🇸🇱 has 1 athlete, George Wyndham, scheduled to compete in the Men’s Javelin Throw - F57 class on Sat, 31st Aug at 17:00 GMT.

#powerofsports

[Eleanor Thompson @EleanorThomps]

Let me just leave this here…

[Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani @NYCMayor]

When we came into office, we uncovered a $12 billion budget deficit.

Today, I’m proud to say we brought it down to zero.

We didn’t close the gap on the backs of working people.

We closed it while funding parks, libraries, safer streets and making historic investments in public housing.

Call it Pothole Politics. Call it Democratic Socialism. It's government that delivers for the people who make this city run.

That’s what New Yorkers deserve. And that’s what we will keep fighting for every single day.

[Alexa Philippou @alexaphilippou]

While negotiating the retired player recognition payments for the new CBA, Tina Charles brought up the idea that, if a retired player is deceased, their beneficiary should receive the payment. That made it into the final agreement. Just one aspect of the rich legacy she left off the court in lifting up others

[Tina Charles @tinacharles31]

It was all a dream..

[Eleanor Thompson @EleanorThomps]

🇸🇱

[Citizens’ Barray @CitizensBarray]

“We as citizens control how our power is used.”

Politicians know the strength of informed, united people, hence the push to shape narratives and divide. But citizens can decide what to accept, reject, and demand.

At 65, how will Sierra Leoneans use our power?

#PeoplePowerSL

[angel reese source @ar5source]

🎥| Angel Reese, Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson talking about independence in relationships.

[via Michelle Obama yt]

[BBC News Africa @BBCAfrica]

‘I want to be a player that young girls can look up to’

Four visa denials later - and having picked up a basketball just six years ago - Madina Okot has made history as the first Kenyan to be selected in the first round of the WNBA Draft, joining the Atlanta Dream.⁣

[Eleanor Thompson @EleanorThomps]

Amen.

[Angel Reese @Reese10Angel]

No weapon formed against me shall prosper. Covered, protected, chosen. Always.

[Angel Reese @Reese10Angel]

I’m intentional about who I share my space with—especially in the media. Sitting down with Michelle Obama and Mr. Craig felt like a breath of fresh air. Grateful for real conversation with people who genuinely understand and lead with care. Thank you @MichelleObama @CraigMalRob @imopodcasts 🥺♥️

https://t.co/z8GLeRZenn

[Eleanor Thompson @EleanorThomps]

Rest in power, Dr. Cerina Fairfax. ✊🏾🕊️

May God give your children the peace that passes understanding and wrap them in love, care, and support. 🙏🏾

[Alexa Philippou @alexaphilippou]

Per @ShamsCharania and @Andraya_Carter: Wilson will earn $1.4 million for the upcoming season under the new WNBA CBA, and the salary will increase over the next two years based on her receiving 20% of the team's salary cap.

My understanding is this is the first contract in league history that is structured in this way. Every other multi-year deal has featured fixed numbers.

[Eleanor Thompson @EleanorThomps]

Knowing the law is power.

[Citizens’ Barray @CitizensBarray]

Requested your MPs’ names & contacts from Parliament? What response should you expect & what are Parliament's legal duties?

Hint: Silence isn't an option.

🎥 Watch Part 3 of our Right to Access Information explainer!

#InfoNaMiRayt #InfoIsMyRight #OpenGovernment #PeoplePowerSL

[Las Vegas Aces @LVAces]

🅰️ 𝐈𝐒 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐘!