<span>Malcolm X grew up from an early age under the influence of Marcus Garvey's teachings, as Malcolm's father, a Baptist minister, was a faithful supporter of his ideals. All this, made a big impression on him, because Garvey's ideals argued about how people of color could improve their own condition without the help of white America. Garvey defended freedom, independence and respect for people of color, so he felt that these ideas made Garvey controversial because they affirmed the strength and power of blacks while decreasing dependence on whites.</span>
