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Frederick Douglass 1818-1895 Time Span: (1830-1850s)

__ Criticisms __ // I outright criticize the practice of slavery and believe it to be a crime against humanity. To enchain thousands, including children, is an atrocity that should never have begun. It is counterproductive to society and oppressive of the black race. Equality should be something enjoyed by all however, especially not just white males. Women, blacks, Native Americans, and immigrants alike should have the same freedoms and privileges as the white man. The separation of white and black schools is another infringement on the people of my race. The ratio of funding of black schools to white is 1 to 1,600. This is an unforgivable difference. Desegregation is a further necessary act towards guaranteeing fairness. // __ Methods __ // I have devoted much of my time traveling not only the U.S. but also throughout Europe to give speeches advocating my beliefs. I gave my first lecture in Massachusetts at the age of 23. I toured much of the east and Midwest during the American Anti-Slavery Society’s Hundred Conventions project. I then spent two years traveling through Ireland and Great Britain, often filling my meeting places to capacity. I also was the only African-American at the Seneca Falls Convention in 1848. In // //addition to speeches, I have given my hand to many writings. My autobiography published in 1845 has become a best seller. My various papers such as the North Star, Douglass’ Monthly, and the New National Era, have reached thousands.// __ Success __ //I believe my attempts to have been very successful. My addresses have mostly been received with acclaim and I have sold out countless centers.// //My autobiography became an instant success and was translated into French, German and Dutch.//

__ Practical __

//My intents have been only practical. Slavery has long been forbidden in the North and machinery is quickly replacing man. The institution of slavery is no longer needed as the number of laborers required has dropped and profits increase with advancements in technology. I as well ask, what is so evil of the desegregation of schools? It will better educate the population and allow cultural diversity to enter our schoolhouses. I never act in violence and I condemn bloodshed.// __ Government Aid __ //The government could greatly help my cause by prohibiting slavery and desegregating schools through legislation. But foremost by considering blacks as people and not as property. Treating blacks as human beings and giving the respect they deserve. By creating nation wide reforms and pushing for equality, the government aid would be tremendous.//

References:

1. Wendell Phillips – Strong abolitionist who was heavily influenced by William Lloyd Garrison, same as I. A great orator who boycotted cane sugar and cotton clothing, he was also a leading member of the American Anti-Slavery Society.

Bibliography:

1."Wendell Phillips by Martin Milmore." //CivilWar@Smithsonian//. Web. 06 Oct. 2009. []. 2."Wendell Phillips." __All Biographies__. 06 Oct. 2009 []. 2. Lucretia Mott – She was a friend of William Lloyd Garrison. She was one of the most influential women abolitionists and often made controversial arguments. She too boycotted products made by slaves.

1."Lucretia Mott." __Women's History - Comprehensive Women's History Research Guide__. 06 Oct. 2009 []. 2. "Women of the Hall." __National Women's Hall of Fame__. 06 Oct. 2009 .


 * Bibliography:**

1. "Frederick Douglass." __Western New York Suffragists -Winning the Vote__. 06 Oct. 2009 . 2. "From Slave to Abolitionist/Editor." __Rochester History Resources__. 06 Oct. 2009 . 3."Frederick Douglass." __PBS__. 06 Oct. 2009 [].