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Influence of family and mentors on Malcolm X's development from "summary" of The Autobiography of Malcolm X by Malcolm X
Malcolm X's development was significantly shaped by the influence of his family and mentors. Growing up, he witnessed his parents' struggles with racial discrimination, which instilled in him a deep sense of pride and defiance against oppression. His father, Earl Little, was a strong advocate for black empowerment and self-reliance, teaching Malcolm the importance of standing up for oneself in the face of injustice. Despite his father's early influence, Malcolm's life took a turn for the worse after Earl's death. Without a strong male role model, he fell into a life of crime and delinquency. It wasn't until he encountered the teachings of the Nation of Islam while in prison that he began to find a sense of purpose and direction. ...
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