074 Malcolm X and the Nation of Islam - One Minute History

In 1964, Malcolm X announced his departure from the Nation of Islam, seeking collaboration with other civil rights leaders, including Martin Luther King. He delivered the 'Ballot or the Bullet' speech, urging African-Americans to vote and warning the government to support racial equality. During his pilgrimage to Mecca, he experienced a revelation about Islam's potential to unite people against racial issues. He shared this message internationally with media, officials, and students. Upon returning to the U.S., he faced constant threats and was assassinated by Nation of Islam members on February 21, 1965.

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