It's interesting to consider Thomas Jefferson and Malcom X.
As some have stated in this thread, Jefferson should be considered less of an ideal than he is based on his stated, but not personally implemented opposition to slavery. In essence, the concept that Jefferson was weak willed.
In contrast, Malcolm X progressed from near-militancy, major polarization in race relations to full on openness. The man, a major figure, humbled himself by truly learning a lesson and fully following through with his new understanding. As a result, he faced major consequences that he did not shy away from. Such a rare feat in humanity.
There are not enough schools named for Malcolm X.
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