Question

Malcolm X left the Nation of Islam because he

advocated violent resistance.
changed his beliefs.
wanted to join King’s organization.
felt conflicted about his role in the Watts riots.

Answer 1

Malcolm X left the Nation of Islam because he changed his beliefs. His departure from the organization was influenced by a variety of factors, including his growing disillusionment with its leadership, particularly Elijah Muhammad, and his evolving views on race and activism that began to encompass a broader, more inclusive approach beyond the strict tenets of the Nation of Islam. After his pilgrimage to Mecca in 1964, he adopted a more universal perspective on race and began to advocate for unity among all people.