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Ma Rainey's Black Bottom

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why was Levee's actions towards white people justified?
Deb Was this question asking for an essay type explanation or do you really not understand what has caused him to feel the way he does? If this is a true …moreWas this question asking for an essay type explanation or do you really not understand what has caused him to feel the way he does? If this is a true question, I recommend a re-read and imagine you are Levee. Try to stand in his shoes. (less)
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