Where there is oppression, there is resistance.

Dignity always prevails

--We're all graceful fighters！！！👊👊

Picture from the film “Green Book”

Langston Hughes, author of "I,Too". 

    How to define a warrior？Maybe from these two people☝☝ we can get the answer to the question.

     Langston Hughes was an important figure in the Harlem Renaissance. His poem I Too , which was first published in 1926， is consider to be a declaration by the black for equity in American society. White folks literally and figuratively deny the speaker a place at the table in the poem. The speaker, however, claims that he is as much a part of America as white people are, and that eventually, the rest of the nation will have to accept the strength and beauty of the black community. His dignified way of resistance influenced the Black Movement in early 20^th century, and is still inspiring the disadvantaged groups to pursue their rights.

 

”I, too, sing America. “

The opening line “I, too, sing America." is plain and straight-forward, but greatly arouses readers’ resonance. It is an allusion to Walt Whitman's poem "I Hear America Singing." Whitman compares America to a song in that poem that is sung by a diverse chorus of laborers, farmers, industrial laborers, women, and men. Whitman did not, however, prominently feature Black people in his depiction of American life. Whitman's poem is criticized by the poet, who maintains that black culture and labor played a crucial role in the creation of America and that black people are part of the American "song." The speaker maintains his authenticity as an American and stresses the significant contributions his community has made to American life throughout the entire poem.

The second stanza claims that White people have purposefully ignored African Americans’ contributions. As intimate brothers, they should have enjoyed the same rights. However, the black have to "eat in the kitchen / when company comes." This is a rather elaborate analogy for discrimination and segregation. Linking to their own experiences, readers can vividly feel the humiliation. But see how the black react. They "laugh," "eat well," and "grow strong" in response to injustice, despite being treated like second-class people. The black never spend time pitying themselves in vain. They make use of whatever they are given, develop themselves and create robust, autonomous cultural traditions.  

Faced with racism and segregation, Langston Hughes is quite confident that in the future, the black will be “at the table”, and win inherent respect and rights. He also declares in line 16 that "they'll see how beautiful I am". The white used to purposely ignore their contributions. But eventually they will ensure that white people can no longer overlook their contributions to American culture. Furthermore, white people will no longer be able to keep the "darker brother" off the table due to this strength and attractiveness. Segregation will collapse on its own.

 

Hughes is as graceful and powerful as the fictional character

The author thinks that when Black people perform exceptionally well, it will eventually alter the persistent prejudice against other people. as opposed to pleading, giving in, and open rebellion. This is a more sensible course of action.

"They’ll see how beautiful I am"

Throughout the history, stars of the black sparkled in all kinds of fields.

We have to admit that history has repeatedly shown us this. Nothing is determined by

the color of their skin, and we cannot discount their exceptional contribution and

talent.💪

“let us hurry, comrades”from I look at the world

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Black Lives Matter ☝👆

  In another poem I look at the world, which was also written by Langston Hughes, he depicts the awakening of the black. He calls upon all the black to join him and carry on with the great campaign together. The line “let us hurry, comrades” evokes the power of unity. This spirit transcends time. Despite the fact that black people have made significant contributions and gained visibility in a variety of fields, the underprivileged people's revolution has never come to an end. 

Furthermore, not just Superficial institutional equality✊

  Furthermore, what they want is not merely superficial institutional equality. The intimate acceptance is required to cultivate genuine brotherhood. How can we assist individuals like Dr. Shirley in developing a genuine sense of self? Sincere acceptance and welcomes is what they require. Embrace then honor them whole-heartedly. And this film gave me the idea that it is our duty as members of the society to fight for the equality and respect of marginalized groups like the indigenous people and those with disabilities.

Everyone's esteem matters.!!!!!!!!🌹🌹

Langston Hughes was an American poet, novelist, and playwright, as well as a black male who worked many underclass jobs such as cook, bellboy, etc. As a Black American, Hughes was badly discriminated. When he grew up, he continued his grandfather’s anti-slavery spirit and dedicated himself to anti-racism. Besides, his grandmother instilled Langston with pride in African culture, which fostered his optimism. His expectations and optimism are all expressed in his poems.