While Booker T. hoped to create change by African Americans assimilating into white society, and becoming a vital part of their world, DuBois wanted Blacks to virtually push their way into society. DuBois, demanded that black be given civil liberties, the right to vote, and education to all Blacks. Instead of demanding, Booker T. believed if Blacks helped themselves as much as possible they will soon be recognized, accepted, and helped by whites. While these two seem like polar opposites this was not always the case. Prior to 1901 DuBois was a supporter of Booker T. Washington’s ideals.
The Philosophies of 2 Great Men ENGL2304 (UG12) 1 - Intro African and African American Literature 8:00am – 8:50am By: Darnell Varnado Booker T. Washington and Du Bois, both activists of the civil rights movement, presented suitable approaches to attaining resolutions to the discrimination that African Americans went through in the late 1800’s to the early 1900’s. Even though they were both fighting for the empowerment of blacks, they had entirely different methods to obtain that goal. Washington had a steadier tactic as opposed to Du Bois. Du Bois development involved abrupt and complete equality both politically and economically. I believe during this era, Washington overall proposes a productive and more fitting proposition.
Similarly to the first all-black trade community in which Randolph established, due to the fact they knew their voices would not be heard. Therefore individuals, such as Randolph, in America during this period were the key to spreading of ideas, which would therefore unite people and give the Civil Rights Movement the true push into society that was desperately called for, in order for a better future for African Americans. Raising black consciousness like Garvey did so that it was believed to take pride in their heritage and go against the discrimination in America. There were many important individuals from 1877-1945, some such as A. Philip Randolph, Marcus Garvey, Du Bois, Roy Wilkins and Eleanor Roosevelt directly who were working to change the situation for African Americans, and others such as the poet Langston Hughes, jazz musician Duke Ellington and boxer Joe Louis which helped spread black pride and boost morale. However, one of the most well-known, and influential, black individuals to come out of this period of time was Marcus Garvey.
Because of this, many thought of him as sell out. His strategy depended on there being an advanced black community before it could take up the quest for political rights. In 1881, he headed the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, which aimed to equip African
Stokey Carmichael was the quintessential leader of the Black Power movement. This movement believed that, opposed to Martin Luther King, blacks should take a more violent stance against the white majority. In reality this group sought to become equal politically and economically. However, some members
Long running weaknesses within the original political system aided in developing support for Mussolini, along with his ability to change the party’s policies to accommodate all members of society. Although the war was important in allowing this rise in support for the PNF, it was not the only factor which played a part. After the land promised to Italy in the Treaty of London did not materialise, many Italians felt that their victory was one which had been ‘mutilated’. Orlando, Italy’s Prime Minister had failed to fight for the promised land during the signing of the Treaty of Versailles at the Paris Peace Conference, leaving Italy bitter towards its own government. Prominent socialist at the time D’Annunzio led some 2000 soldiers into the city of Fiume in defiance of the Italian Government.
To what extent was Italy politically and economically united in the years 1896 – 1914? Between 1896 and 1914 there were huge political and economic changes that occurred in Italy. There was some progress politically due to Giolitti’s system of appeasing people, however, various different political groups were formed like the socialists, nationalists and anarchists, which therefore show a sign of disunity. Although, economically, Italy did grow between these years with the boom in agricultural industry for example, this growth did not unite Italy as the growth was mainly seen in the North and less so in the South. Hence Italy was economically and politically fragmented.
Garvey’s significance in reducing racial discrimination in the short term is a debatable question and is highlighted by the rift of historical opinions. Garvey’s ideology and belief in racial pride and black nationalism made him different to other black leaders. This led to immediate support from the black community but also criticism from authorities and other civil rights leaders. On his arrival in 1916 Garvey gained immediate support which coincided with the death of Booker T. Washington. The death of Washington left a space for a new black leader which Garvey intended to fill.
He believed that slavery helped and in the long run benefitted African Americans. Although the time periods of both of the narratives are significantly different, the authors both noted prejudice and discrimination against African Americans in the description of their experiences. Their different political strategies for securing freedom and recognition influenced how they presented their perspectives on slavery. Douglass’s approach to freedom consisted of the idea of anti-oppression. His strategies involved more resistance than Washington’s approach did.
The authors intended audience would be 18 and older because they understand more and get a better understanding of the situation and people who can understand the political world. That is why he establishes a close relationship with the audience. Dyson Brings up a good point on how the poor blacks were framed as looters and refugees. It is clear that stereotype against blacks still remain in America and are spread throughout the media. Refugees was a term that caused denunciations by blacks leaders because it seemed to deny that black folk were citizens of the nation.