Examine the Factors and Forces That Pushed the African American

question 82

Essay

Examine the factors and forces that pushed the African American protest movement to more radical action in the mid-1960s. What forms did this action take? What were its results?

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Definitions:

Autonomy

The capacity to make an informed, uncoerced decision; often associated with the ability to act on one's own values and interests.

Hunger

A physical sensation and physiological need prompting the desire to eat, driven by the body's energy requirements.

Esteem Needs

in Maslow's hierarchy of needs, the fourth level, including self-esteem, confidence, achievement, respect of others, and respect by others.

Safety Needs

According to Maslow's hierarchy, these are the second tier of human needs, including security and protection from physical and emotional harm.