In this case, it’s obvious that they are both different. However, MLK is more effective because he shows great examples of maturity by addressing the politician by his name even though they are nothing but crooks. Thus, without doubt it’s easier for MLK to get the politicians attention and other whites as well; adding to the numbers of his audiences. Because of that he can make an impression and an impact, and also gain more followers on the ride to justice. On the other hand, it is very difficult for Malcolm X to lure the white people in with a disturbing language that makes it clear that he hates the people who control the government and the three branches within it.…
Both MLK and Malcolm X were eminent leaders in the Civil Rights movement, led the movement to address the oppression and racial segregation and discrimination against African Americans in United States. Both of the leaders aspired for equal opportunities and decent respectable life for Afro-Americans along with whites. Their styles of leadership was shaped according to their socio-cultural circumstances and conditions of their upbringing in their life. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a more effective leader and became popular compared to Malcom X in many aspects of his leadership approach.…
and Malcolm X are known as important leaders in the Civil Rights movement. They wanted to make the life of Afro-American society better in order to be more respected. However, Martin Luther King Jr. followed rather calm concepts than Malcolm X in his way of fighting. In my opinion, nothing in this world can change. when one uses violent methods to achieve something.…
In 1964 was the height of the civil rights movement. This was also during election time, (when John F. Kennedy was elected into presidency). Malcolm X is giving a speech to Cory Methodist Church in Cleveland, Ohio in April 3, 1964. The speech was given to warn African Americans that they must vote wisely in these elections that if could change legislature in regards of the Civil Rights Movement as well as black autonomy. His other purpose was to warn his enemies that if they could not gain rights through votes that they would resort to violence to gain their rights.…
What I lean is to challenge others base of my rights, and never except other’s judgment. Also, I want to learn Martin & Malcolm, history of their similarity and difference. What I only know or hear is both Martin and Malcolm fought for freedom. What I learn first day of class was Martin is nonviolence person and was believe that only the way that people can progress justice is peaceful movement.…
How many African America do you know of? Maybe you think of Rosa Park or Martin Luther king Jr. all did great thing but this one is little bit harsh. Let's go back to May 19 1925 the of the birth of Malcolm little/X at University Hospital, Omaha, Nebraska. Son of Earl and Louise little.…
Throughout history, African Americans have dealt the most with discrimination. For decades and to this day, they are fighting for equal rights. Blacks have had less opportunities to succeed in life and voice their opinions. Because of these on going issues, the Black Panther Party (BPP) was formed in 1966. The Black Panther Party for Self-Defense (later dropped ‘ for Self-Defense’) were considered the voice of those oppressed during this period of time (Trueman).…
And even those Americans who are blinded by childlike patriotism can see that it is only a matter of time before White America too will be utterly destroyed by her own sins, and all traces of her former glory will be removed from this planet forever,” Malcom X stated at the beginning of his admirable speech. Both Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcom X are honorable and deserve the credit they are given, if not more. However, why is it that people tend to gravitate towards King more than Malcom X.? Why is Malcom’s speech not taught to students as often as Kings? These questions result to a question of who was more personable.…
“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” - Martin Luther King Jr. During the 1960’s there was a great deal of hatred directed towards African Americans by white people, because of their darker skin color. This hatred led to segregation and the ill treatment of African Americans. Many African Americans created what is known as the civil rights movement, which was initiated to fight for African American rights.…
Although the civil rights movements in the 1950s and 1960s were based on racial and political issues, the role that religion, being Christianity and Islam, played seems to be apparent. There are two main figures that need to be discussed when dealing with civil rights, and they are Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X. Despite the two characters had different perspectives on how to approach the relevant occurrences and followed diverse religions, the final subject seems to have had a strong impact on the decisions they took and on their course of action. The first figure to consider is…
A social movement is defined as a loosely organized but sustained campaign in support of a social goal, typically either the implementation or the prevention of a change in society's structure or values. Social movements have shaped and formed this country into what it is today and have helped to change societal norms and morals. The Civil Rights Movement was began by the Supreme Court’s decision in Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka in 1954 which ended legal segregation in public schools and was continued through the 1950s and 1960s in a search for justice and equality for blacks. The Civil Rights Movement was a turbulent time in America’s history but ignited a quest for equality in the nation’s black population. Without the tireless work…
Throughout history’s fight for black equality, there have numerous individuals in which have decided to take a stand and forever change the world; Malcolm X is no exception to this. His methods to achieve Civil Rights for African Americans were both controversial yet struck home with many blacks tired of waiting defenceless. It is to a moderate extent that his methods were successful in his use of various tactics such as pro-violence and the encouragement of critical thinking about racial problems around the world. Malcolm X’s most known and used method was his violent protests against their white oppressors. A main aspect of X’s beliefs came through the Nation Of Islam.…
James H. Cone’s book, Martin & Malcolm & America: A Dream or a Nightmare, is a book that takes about Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X. It breaks down their similarities and differences that they both had that mad a hug impact in the American society. James Hal Cone was born on August 5, 1936. He is an American theologian, best known for his advocacy of Black theology and Black Liberation Theology. In this book he will try to relate to the journeys that these men took to get the black society where they are today.…
The author, Alex Haley, uses style, content, and structure to show the development of Malcolm X through his life. The author 's purpose is to engage the reader and help the reader understand the person that Malcolm X had become throughout his life. Alex Haley was told these stories by Malcolm X, and used certain situations in Malcolm X’s life to contribute to the power and beauty of the text. The author also uses imagery and certain words to convey Malcolm X’s development. Central ideas such as racial identity, segregation versus integration, and systemic oppression was an enormous part of his development and contributes to the author’s purpose.…
Martin Luther King and Malcolm X During the Civil Rights Movement there were many different kinds of leaders trying to unite the black race and gain equality. Among those leaders, the most prominent and glorified was Martin Luther King. King was a minister from Atlanta, became the spokesman for the fight for equality. King stuck out more than others because of his non violent tactics, which involved peaceful protests, sit-ins and boycotts.…