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“Whites have always put one against another and now they have a dead man who was nothin' but a, he admitted it himself, Malcolm X, was a tramp or had white women sellin' their body for him, he was nothin' until the Honorable Elijah Mohammed made him great, made him great, taught him, even his name…” quote by Muhammad Ali
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“Whites have always put one against another and now they have a dead man who was nothin' but a, he admitted it himself, Malcolm X, was a tramp or had white women sellin' their body for him, he was nothin' until the Honorable Elijah Mohammed made him great, made him great, taught him, even his name X come from Elijah.”

Muhammad Ali

About This Quote

Source Speech: Interview, 1970s, Muhammad Ali discussing Malcolm X

Ali contrasts how white society pits individuals against each other and elevates certain figures through religious endorsement, suggesting manipulation of reputation.

In simple terms: White society creates conflict and uses religion to elevate individuals.

Key Takeaway

Recognize how narratives can be shaped by power.

Themes

conflict manipulation religion identity race

Mood

critical reflective

Type

analytical historical

When to use this quote

  • political discourse
  • historical analysis
  • media commentary

Key Concepts

social control celebration mythmaking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does power shape public perception?
  • What role does religion play in identity formation?
A Different Perspective

The quote may oversimplify complex historical relationships.

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