After comparing Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. DuBois, I see more truth in what DuBois said. Washington made some solid points, but I feel that he wasn’t as passionate as DuBois. I’m not saying he wasn’t passionate….I’m just saying DuBois gave me a stronger impression.
I can say that I partly agree with Washington’s “cast down your bucket where you are” statement. On one side, I believe that people need to make the most of a present situation and be a friend to others. On the other hand, I think that people need to stand up for their beliefs. A person can’t just sit around waiting for others to make a change; they need to start making it happen for themself.
DuBois was critical of Washington, and he had every right to be. DuBois understood and explained this idea that the African Americans couldn’t get what they wanted by simply asking. They needed to take action and be persistent. Washington took the middle ground and wanted to please everyone. By taking this type of action, progress would not develop as quickly as it could. DuBois knew what he wanted to happen, and he was more realistic about knowing it would be impossible not to upset some people.
In my opinion, DuBois was much more on track than Washington. Booker T. Washington obviously had an impact on society, but I agree with W.E.B. DuBois’s approach much more.
I agree that Dubois was more effective and much more on track. I think that Washington had a view of what would have been a small step for African Americans in that time, but Dubois had a better view of the big picture. I also believe that the "cast down your bucket where you are" command by Washington was wise for everyone in every day. I think instead of waiting for the perfect situation, people should learn to try their best with what they have at the time.
ReplyDeleteI liked Booker T. washington a bit more, but maybe that is just my personality coming out. I agree though that he did have the more practical look on the state of African Americans. I see your point. I also love the "Cast down" statement.
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