To Each His Own OpinionDuring the 20th century, America faced many challenges and one of the main problems was social discrimination. Although slavery had been abolished in the late 19th century, blacks were still treated unfairly by the white majority. They were forced to separate from white society against their will. They had different schools and facilities and even had to sit in a different section on the buses. However, some individuals had decided to step forward and take action against this racial segregation and, through their inspiring speeches and interviews, created a change in the nation. These individuals are none other than Martin Luther King and Malcolm their prejudices. To create change in a nation, a leader must speak to his people with a unique philosophy that can stimulate ideas and change beliefs. The philosophies of these men varied greatly, and the model nation they desired was also different. MLK fought for equality for all and to end racial segregation. He wanted civil rights for all and for blacks and whites to coexist peacefully with each other. Malcolm X, however, had a different take on the situation. He still wanted to end racial segregation, but he never wanted coexistence afterward. His philosophy was that Western culture was racist and that blacks should form black nationalism. In his ideal nation, blacks would unite and develop self-dependence away from whites because on a global scale they represented the majority, not…half of paper…results. Obama may not have created any drastic changes yet, but he has captured the world's attention and we are all waiting to see what he comes up with. Throughout history, certain individuals have stepped up against the wrongs of society and brought about change through distinctive methods. Martin Luther King was known for his peaceful ideology while Malcolm X is considered the black activist willing to go the extra step. Although their points of view were different, the goal was ultimately the same and both contributed, in their own ways, to solving the problems of prejudice of the early 20th century. The nation that America is today would not be the same without the influences caused by these two men. The way America will be shaped from now on is once again in the hands of a Negro and only the future will tell what kind of nation will be born.