How does the mention of Governor Faubus in Jackie Robinson’s letter to President Eisenhower strengthen the main argument of the
letter? The reference highlights President Eisenhower’s deep dislike of the governor and shows his willingness to remove him from office. Robinson notes that Governor Faubus spoke during the Summit Meeting of Negro Leaders and became a symbol of civil rights. Robinson uses Governor Faubus as a metaphor for racial segregation and therefore provides a strong visual image. The reference provides a real-life example of a pro-segregationist and his actions, making the need for civil rights more dire. The Answer is A: The reference highlights President Eisenhower’s deep dislike of the governor and shows his willingness to remove him from office.
<u>The reference highlights President Eisenhower’s deep dislike of the governor and shows his willingness to remove him from office.</u>
<u>Explanation:</u>
Indeed, it reaffirms the reasons for the President's removal of Governor Faubus from office.
Remember, back in the 1950s during the racial discrimination crises, the Supreme Court made a unanimous decision to allow black students to attend the same school with the whites.
However, Governor Faubus went against the court ruling by directing that black students be prevented from coming to the Little Rock Central High School. An action that made Eisenhower dislike him.
An advantage of hearing this scene as opposed to just reading it would be that you can hear the characters' tone of voice, which helps you understand how they are really feeling. You could tell how the women really feel about their space being interrupted and intruded on. You also would have an easier time differentiating the characters, by their voices.
