We exercise a strong philanthropic spirit, often rooted in faith, through various civil institutions – including the church. Du Bois.They presented divergent approaches to tackling problems plaguing the Black community – many of which sadly persist today. However, what that approach overlooks is the significance of Black civil society and how it is already at work. Without its presence, we can only surmise how much worse conditions in the Black community might be. As we celebrate the accomplishments of Blacks throughout history, let us adopt the urgency of Washington and Du Bois to uplift the Black community.

Source: Fox News February 21, 2021 12:00 UTC