Thoughts on African Colonization

"Thoughts on African Colonization" by William Lloyd Garrison is a powerful critique of the plan to send freed African Americans to colonies, particularly during the early 1800s. The story centers on the author’s disapproval of the American Colonization Society, questioning whether it actually fixes the problems of slavery or only makes them last longer. Garrison argues that this colonization doesn't help anyone—not the people who were enslaved, and not the rest of society, and spends his time explaining why it's not fair or effective. He talks about how hard it is to stand up against the idea of colonization, especially when many people think it’s a good answer. He had realized that the Society was misleading people with false claims, expressing his deep anger and strong desire to fight racism. Garrison calls on others to change how they see slavery and treat people of color.