I really enjoyed this weeks readings! Both Fredrick Douglass and Malcom X are such amazingly inspirational people. While I’ve read about Douglass’s life before, I hadn’t really ever read anything by Malcolm X. It’s really eye opening to read both of their works. So much can be learned from their writings it’s difficult to narrow it down to even one specific area! What was most greatly impressed upon me in this weeks reading was their dedication to education. It’s remarkable to see how they both strived to receive even a basic understanding of reading and writing. It makes me realize just how privileged I am to have the opportunity to learn, and how I’ve so often taken this advantage for granted. Malcolm X devoured books for days, weeks, months,
