Question

The quote below is from an African American leader in the early 1900s: "So far as [he] preaches Thrift, Patience, and Industrial Training . . . we must hold up his hands and strive with him . . . But so far as [he] apologizes for injustice, North or South, does not rightly value the privilege and duty of voting, belittles the [devastating] effect of caste distinctions, and opposes the higher training and ambition of our brighter minds . . .we must unceasingly and firmly oppose [his ideas]." The ideas in this quote reflect the beliefs of which leader? Booker T. Washington Ida B. Wells Marcus Garvey W.E.B. DuBois

Answer 1

Answer: W.E.B. Du Bois

Explanation: William Edward Burghardt Du Bois was an American sociologist, socialist, historian, civil rights activist, Pan-Africanist, author, writer and editor. He rose to national prominence as the leader of the Niagara Movement, which is a group of African-American activists who wanted equal rights for blacks.

He fervently protested against racism, lynching as well as discrimination when it comes to education and employment. His activism was about people of color everywhere, particularly Africans and Asians. He was a proponent of Pan-Africanism and helped organize several Pan-African Congresses to fight for the independence of African colonies from European powers.