Malcolm X Book Recap Part 2

I'm back for Part 2 of my recap of "The Autobiography of Malcolm X". If you haven't read Part 1, make sure to check it out!

First up, we see Malcolm's unwavering allegiance to Elijah Muhammad. He thought he could do no wrong! But as Malcolm traveled the U.S. speaking about racial relations, jealousy brewed within the Nation of Islam. After expressing his views on JFK's assassination, he was silences for 60 days by the Nation. This marked the beginning of a rocky relationship with Elijah.

This led to a crucial turning point - Malcolm decided to leave the Nation. This choice opened the door for him to travel the world and truly experience Islam.

In 1963, Malcolm made a transformative pilgrimage to Mecca. He encountered welcoming non-white Muslims, which really broadened his perspective on racial solidarity. He realized that unity among Muslims of all races was possible, unlike the racial divisions back home in the U.S.

Malcolm didn't just stop at spiritual growth; he engaged with world leaders, believing that the U.S. sought to keep African Americans divided from Africans. He even proposed bringing human rights issues before the United Nations. But he wasnt without reflection. Malcolm admitted to making sweeping statements about whites and faced accusations of inciting violence. He was aware of being monitored and predicted a violent end.

He was assassinated on February 21,1965, while delivering a speech, leaving many to ponder what more he could have achieved.

This book truly resonated with me, especially after reading it a second time. It's heartbreaking to think about what Malcolm could have accomplished had he lived longer. Thanks for joining me! Next up, I'll be diving into "The 1619 Project" by Nikole Hannah-Jones. Until next time.