Life and Career of Malcolm X
Two analysts familiar with the work and career of the late civil rights activist Malcolm X, Askia Muhammad of Pacifica Radio, and Alvin Thor… read more
Two analysts familiar with the work and career of the late civil rights activist Malcolm X, Askia Muhammad of Pacifica Radio, and Alvin Thornton of Howard University spoke on the effect of Malcolm X on the civil rights movement and American society. Scenes from the 1992 Warner Brothers movie Malcolm X were interspersed between their remarks. The two men also responded to questions from an audience of high school students. This event was sponsored by the Close Up Foundation. close
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