Malcolm X did not advocate or desire violence, however, despite the complicated violent life he led previous of his arrest. In comparison to MLK's peace movement, Malcolm X seemed stubborn, whites-hating and unwilling ti compromise. Instead, in reality, he understood that racial discrimination wasn't a simple black-and-white matter and he felt that in certain situations only violence can get their voices heard and points across. However, he wanted to limit violence as much as possible.
Although I disagree with his belief of racial separation as the only solution, I was continually dumbfounded and impressed by his strong determination and willingness throughout the book. Time after time, Malcolm X was faced with difficulty and hardships. But without work ethics like him, with the dedication and effort he placed in his self-education in prison as an example, it would be virtually impossible for him to come up with his own opinion and moral restrictions in the most educated and thoughtful manner afterwards as a preacher and leader to many.
Some people still question his facts and details, especially the facts and vivid imagery of his childhood in his autobiography. Which led me to coincidentally stunble upon an opposing and attacking book:
I don't think anyone can say for sure everything in Malcolm X's autobiography was accurate, especially minor details within the plot, but I think his ideas, intentions and beliefs are sincere and congruent throughout most of life and portrayed well in the book. I think criticizing him as far as to call him a liar would be too extreme because much of his thoughts were shown through his actions and that's what we should be focusing on.
