The shirt: Trailblazer
Where to find it: Walking Art Made By Malissa
Why I love it: Lieutenant Uhura was indeed a trailblazer. She held an important job on the bridge of one of Starfleet’s most prized ships flying through space in a future where, as a black woman, she was treated as an equal and respected by her peers. That was unheard of in 1960s television…until Star Trek opened the door and Uhura walked through. Nichelle Nichols, who portrayed Uhura, was just as much of a legend. She played a prominent role in recruiting women and minority candidates to NASA in the 1970s and ’80s.
Side note: Sorry, no photo of the tee I wore yesterday. I was tired, had a lot to do, and generally wasn’t up for it.
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