I love 'The Autobiography of Malcolm X.' That was like the only black book we read in high school.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
'Malcolm X' was impressionable for me as a kid.
When I read Malcolm X, I didn't agree with it all, but I inhaled it; I connected to his rage.
Somehow, I realized I could write books about black characters who reflected my own experiences or otherworldly experiences - not just stories of history, poverty and oppression.
Malcolm X made me very strong at a time I needed to understand what I was angry about. He had peace in his heart. He exerted a big influence on me.
David Icke reminded me of Malcolm X.
I'd been very partial to Malcolm X, particularly his self-help teachings.
When I began my political career, I identified with Malcolm X.
Malcolm X raised my consciousness about myself and my people and other people more than any person I know. I knew him before he became Malcolm X.
Malcolm X was a man among men.
'The Autobiography of Malcolm X.' I've used it to demonstrate racial attitudes to people who I thought needed a better understanding of all human beings. Malcolm was not a racist. He was not looking for revenge. He realized that kindness and goodness did not come from any one kind of person.