I realized now that militancy in the best sense of the word was the only answer where the black man was concerned, that any black man who wasn't a militant in 1970 was either blind or a coward.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Owens claims militancy was necessary for black men in 1970.
- In plain terms
- He believed blacks had to fight for rights then.
- What can you take from it?
- Courage often requires taking a stand.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is militancy justified?
- What does courage look like?
Another view
Militancy can alienate potential allies.
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