In Unit 14 Lesson 5, open the link A Cultural and Political Shift and read about the Harlem Renaissance, W.E.B. DuBois, and Marcus Garvey.
In what ways were DuBois and Garvey alike, and in what ways were they different?
They were alike because they both
were influential leaders in the African American community during the early 20th century. They both advocated for black empowerment and fought against racial oppression. Additionally, both DuBois and Garvey were strong proponents of education and believed in the importance of knowledge and intellectual development for the advancement of African Americans.
However, they differed in their approaches and ideologies. DuBois believed in the integration of African Americans into mainstream American society and fought for equal rights and opportunities for all races. He advocated for political and social reforms and used his intellect and scholarly background to challenge racial discrimination. DuBois also believed in the importance of African American art and culture and believed that it had the power to challenge racist stereotypes.
On the other hand, Garvey believed in the establishment of a separate and independent African nation for black people. He founded the Universal Negro Improvement Association (UNIA) and preached the idea of racial pride and self-determination for African Americans. Garvey promoted black nationalism and urged African Americans to create economic independence through the establishment of their own businesses and institutions. He also emphasized the importance of pan-Africanism and unity among people of African descent worldwide.
Overall, while both DuBois and Garvey fought for the advancement and empowerment of African Americans, they had different strategies and approaches to achieve this goal.