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Malcolm X Oxford Debate
 
 

     Malcolm X participated in a classic debate at Oxford Union, a special all university organization as part of Oxford University in England. The debate took place December 3, 1964. This is the first public access to the entire debate.

     Malcolm X was under great pressure at this point in his life.  He was the leading Black revolutionary voice in the world and was hounded by the intelligence agencies of imperialism.  In addition, the Nation of Islam was increasing its public attempts to isolate Malcolm X from the broader Black community.  It is important to review the activities of Malcolm X during 1964 to examine how intense and global his actions were - please click on the chronology link of the navigational icon, then click on 1964 to get a listing of selected activity that took place during that year.

Malcolm X.  Standing alone at the heart of the oldest, most important university in the western world.  He advanced his argument and stood tall.  This is a model for all militant youth standing in opposition to oppression and exploitation.

Stand tall and speak truth for power.

This speech can be the basis for how we think about global conflict post 9-11.

It takes a high moral position, a high level of courage, and a keen intelligence to stand where Malcolm X stood.  This is the intention of this website, to show the way forward.

Speech highlights:

  • Malcolm X explains the Congo Crisis of 1964
  • Malcolm X demonstrates a brilliant African American debate style
  • Malcolm X quotes Shakespeare
  • Malcolm X deconstructs the United States Congress

 

 
The Oxford Union Debate

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