• What Did Blacks Really Think of John Brown? The Question of "Sambo Mistakes" (Part 2)

  • Oct 24 2022
  • Length: 28 mins
  • Podcast

What Did Blacks Really Think of John Brown? The Question of "Sambo Mistakes" (Part 2)

  • Summary

  • In Part 2 of this two-part episode, Lou reflects upon the question of white allies, particularly in the case of John Brown's story. What did black leaders and other associates really think of John Brown? Recalling Brown's devotion to black liberation and notable devotion to human equality, Lou suggests nevertheless that human interaction is by nature complex and even Brown might grate upon his black associates. How should these tensions be understood? Was he a paternalistic racist as some have charged in recent times? Did he presume too much despite being a notable and respected white ally in the struggle for justice? Regardless, would-be allies and those otherwise interested in the theme of black-white alliances and intercultural alliances, in general, may find this historical reflection of interest.

    Guest theme music: "Progressive Moments" by Ugonna Onyekwe (YouTube Audio Library)

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