Marcus Garvey

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This paper discusses the ideas and philosophy of Marcus Garvey, claiming him to be the central figure in, perhaps, the largest African-American movement in United States history. The paper portrays Garvey as the most outspoken proponent of the notion that Africans should return to Africa and start their own nation. The paper states that this idea of Garvey's has come to be known as the "back to Africa" movement.

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"Most striking in Garvey's initial handling of philosophy is his straightforward approach to the definitions of fundamental terms. A word or phrase is stated, and then his unique perspective regarding it is explained. At first glance, these definitions appear exceedingly general and do not clearly point to an obvious aim. Yet, as Garvey's meditations progress it becomes evident that this broad introduction into his personal philosophy is undeniably directed at backing his most famous claim-that Africans should migrate to Africa."

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