Discussion Post: American History- Current Day Question
Article: The American Yawp Reader- Booker T. Washington & W.E.B. DuBois on Black Progress (1895, 1903).
• What are DuBois' criticisms of Booker T. Washington's stance on progress for African Americans? Be specific about both the content of and logic behind DuBois critique.
• What is DuBois implying about the true and proper bases of progress for African Americans?
• Was DuBois' position realistic at the time (1903)? Why or why not?
• Was DuBois a Progressive, and, if yes, why didn't he receive much help from white Progressives? Explain
• To what extent has DuBois' vision of progress for African Americans been realized in the past century? Explain.
The response should include a reference list. Using double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.