as one of the most fiery and controversial blacks of the twentieth century (Discovering 1). Malcolm X, was regarded as personifying black nationalism (Civil 117). Malcolm was known for his incisive analysis on the problems of American democracy and the limitations of the intergrationalist Civil Rights Movement (Civil 116). He believed that black men must reject Western society standards and develop their own society and ethical standards (Colliers 143). He established the Organization of Afro-American Unity. He did this in order to try to unify all the black organizations by fighting white racism (Colliers 143). Malcolm wanted to inform blacks about the cultures that had been taken away from them and the self-hatred the whites had inspired (Discovering 1). He wanted to point them to a better way of life. The black power movement to instill pride and a sense of self reliance in the African American community (Compton's 132).Many organizations helped to throughout the Civil Rights Movement. Many of these organizations were lead by black activist seeking reform. One of the most successful organizations is the NAACP. This stands for the National Association of Colored Advancement. Roy Wilkins was the head of the NAACP during this time (Civil 909). The NAACP purpose was to eliminate racial prejudice by removing racial discrimination in housing, employment, voting, schools, the courts and business enterprises (Civil 983). During the 1960s the NAACP worked to mobilize the black community and get the United States government to take federal action (Discovering). Another important organization is the SCLC, Southern Christian Leadership Conference. Martin Luther King Jr. was the president of the organization. This organization took direct action against segregation at the voting booths and schools (Discovering 1). They also stood behind many of the other organizations fighting for the same cause. On April 2, 1963 the SCLC chose ...
