Wear Your Politics. Honor Your Roots.

Lewis Howard Latimer's carbon filament made the light bulb practical for the world. Born to freedom-seeking parents who escaped slavery, Latimer taught himself drafting and became indispensable to both Edison and Bell. He was the only Black member of Edison's elite research team. this shirt is a reminder that Black brilliance has always been at the center of American innovation — whether the history books acknowledge it or not.

Wear the light of his legacy — on a premium cotton shirt built for those who illuminate the truth.

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!