6 Jan 1960 Jahr - Black Nationalism

Beschreibung:

-emphasized black racial pride and autonomy
-black people had the power to make changes for themselves

Nation of Islam:
-leading exponent of black Nationalism and self-improvement
-black Muslims preached that the white would be punished and the black nation would have justice

Malcolm X:
-black Muslim who preached a philosophy of militant separation and violence only for self defense
-believed a stronger black community presented a surer path to freedom and equality
promoted black pride while working with traditional civil rights groups

Stokely Carmichael:
-black nationalist who called for black self-reliance under the banner of Black Power

Black Power:
-belief that African Americans should build economic and political power in their own communities
-less dependent of whites
-turned attention to black poverty and social injustice -> programs
-inspired African Americans to participate in politics
-did not promote violence

Black Panther Party:
-radical nationalist group dedicated to protecting African Americans from police violence
-community-organizing projects
-violent clashes with police
-armed self defense

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