"Your Negro Neighbor" by Benjamin Griffith Brawley is a powerful commentary exploring the experiences of African Americans in a racially divided America of the early 20th century. It shines a light on the ironic contradiction of a nation fighting for democracy overseas while denying basic rights to its Black citizens at home. The author examines the historical backdrop of African Americans' contributions, particularly their service in wars, while simultaneously enduring unjust treatment such as segregation and the denial of their voting rights. By sharing compelling stories and evidence, Brawley invites readers to reconsider the position of African Americans in society and advocates for a national shift towards true equality and the application of liberty and justice for all, whatever their skin color.
Your Negro Neighbor
By Benjamin Griffith Brawley
Witness the untold story of a people's fight for equality in a nation grappling with prejudice, war, and the very meaning of democracy.
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About the AuthorBenjamin Griffith Brawley was an American author and educator. Several of his books were considered standard college texts, including The Negro in Literature and Art in the United States (1918) and New Survey of English Literature (1925).
Benjamin Griffith Brawley was an American author and educator. Several of his books were considered standard college texts, including The Negro in Literature and Art in the United States (1918) and New Survey of English Literature (1925).
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