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    1960’s the Civil Rights Movement was at its peak, being headed by, arguably, two of the most recognizable faces in American history, Dr. Martin Luther king Jr. and Malcolm X. Rallying the Nation to action, rhetoric is effectively implemented in a “Letter from Birmingham Jail" and “The Ballot or the Bullet”. Martin Luther king Jr. and Malcolm X both use rhetoric to successfully call the reader to action, in ending segregation, that should have been taken yesterday. To start off, the author in each piece

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    Malcolm X, a 1992 movie inspired by the autobiography of the same name, follows the life of polarizing, yet nonetheless revolutionary historical figure, Malcolm X. Director of the film, Spike Lee, follows Malcolm’s tragic childhood, more than mischievous teenage years, and the transformation that occurs in his adulthood. The film displays multiple sociological concepts, all of which contribute to the manifestation of Malcolm’s ideology. Throughout the movie, Spike Lee delves into the concepts of

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    case I think the book, "Autobiography of Malcolm X” and the movie, “Malcolm X” quoin side with one another. Spike Lee is not only one of the best filmmakers in America, but one of the most crucially important, because his films address the central subject of race, as so does the book. He doesn't use a sentimental approach or political work, but shows how his characters lived, and why. Alex Haley depiction of Malcolm X life as told to him by Malcolm, shares the same perception as the movie, but

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    Government Approved Freedom Despite both Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr. actively fighting for freedom and equality during the Civil Rights Movement, both men are not remembered equally. Undeniably, their approaches were different which resulted in conflicting ideals and different outcomes. These differences are highlighted through the comparison of Dr. King’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail” to Malcolm X’s speech of “The Ballot or the Bullet”. Both Malcolm X and Dr.King advocated for change regarding

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    Morium Akter 8.15.2015 Harvie Honor American history summer assignment:Malcolm X 1. Plot Malcolm X was born Malcolm Little on 19 May 1925 in Omaha. Malcolm was the seventh of his father's and the forth of his mother's child. During this time, all the blacks were experiencing discrimination, including Malcolm X's family. To avoid the racial violence they were received in Omaha, the family moved to Michigan. Moving to Michigan really didn't help the family because even in Michigan they experienced

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    Malcolm X - Changes in Malcolm’s Perspective of White People Malcolm X was one of the primary religious leaders and reformers of the 1960, where he fought for and ultimately gave his life for racial equality in the United States. His father was a reverend who believed in self-determination and worked for the unity of black people. Throughout Malcolm’s life he was treated horribly by white people, hence shaping his misconceptions of all white people and developing his strong belief in black separatism

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    amongst the most intense movements in American history and created various incredible pioneers. Two of the most popular pioneers are Malcolm X and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Be that as it may, these two pioneers had altogether different perspectives on the best way to deal with the issue of segregation and racism in the United States. Martin Luther King Jr., and Malcolm X were both social equality pioneers amid the 1960s, however had distinctive philosophies on how civil rights ought to be won. The two

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    each person who they are. Americans are hard working people who show their strength and courage. They do not only show it but they make a difference in the world. This shows people that we can stand up for ourselves and the injustices in the world. Malcolm X was a determined person he would do what he thought was best for himself. Hughes believed that he soon will be treated equal. Martin Luther King knew it was not right for people to oppress others. All of these authors are an inspiration because of

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    To what extent was the role of Malcolm X significant in the rise of radical African American activism (1965-1968)? A. Plan of the Investigation To what extent was the role of Malcolm X significant in the rise of radical African American activism (1965-1968)? This investigation will assess the significance of Malcolm X’s significance in giving rise to African American activism. Malcolm X’s motives, involvement in the civil rights movement and his leadership will all be discussed in order to

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    Malcolm X vs. Martin Luther King Jr. African americans have suffered from injustice and wrongdoing for hundreds of years. Only recently have people begun to try to make changes to right the wrongs. Two influential people from the African American Civil Rights Movement, Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr. , advocated for change and preached methods to spread it. They both had the same ideas, but wanted to go about those ideas in different ways. Martin Luther King Jr. spoke a lot from religious

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