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Does anyone else thing that Mr Washington was a little too idealistic? The idea that black folks ought to forego education and focus on economics and the accumulation of wealth isn't a balanced plan in terms of advancing the race. Quite a contrast with Du Bois from what I have read so far. So does anyone else think he oversimplified the problems American black folks face?

Ray He absolutely did not tell blacks to forgo education. His concern was that some types of "education" were impractical, especially for those who had ju…moreHe absolutely did not tell blacks to forgo education. His concern was that some types of "education" were impractical, especially for those who had just left slavery. Also, some people saw education as a way to avoid hard work. He saw it as a way to make hard work more fruitful.
His goal for education was to have each person be competent in trades, so that they would bring value to their community. This would ensure that they could earn a living, and foster goodwill with their neighbors.(less)

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Who do you think is a modern day example of Booker T. Washington?

Langston Morrison Unfortunately, in today's society there are not too many people who have the same love-imbued spirit to the black community as Booker T. Washington. N…moreUnfortunately, in today's society there are not too many people who have the same love-imbued spirit to the black community as Booker T. Washington. Nevertheless, there are some African-American figures who have demonstrated great love: Cornel West and Umar Johnson. Cornel West advocates for love and caring about those who suffer the least in society (minorities). Umar Johnson offers a similar approach as Washington when he says that every penny he receives from the black community, it goes right back out into the community. He acknowledges the idea that "what must be done for black people must be done by black people." He hopes to keep alive the legacy of his ancestor Frederick Douglas, along with the legacy of Marcus Garvey and Booker T. Washington. In conclusion, Marcus Garvey, W.E.B. Dubois, or Booker T. Washington are incomparable because of their magnificent contributions to public service. (less)

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Why is this not required reading in schools?