The Black Panther Party was founded at the same time that King and others were exploring ways to use the lessons they had in learned in the South to confront discrimination in America's Northern urban centers. Compare the SCLC's analysis of the "Northern race problem" with the BPP's message. What are the similarities? What differences do you find most striking? Why did the BPP's approach appeal to many young black men who felt left out of the democratic process? Do you think there are opportunities for young people to participate meaningfully in democratic change today? If so, who is creating those opportunities?