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Malcolm X was an influential African American Muslim minister and human rights activist who became a prominent voice for Black empowerment during the Civil Rights era. Known for his powerful oratory and controversial statements challenging racial injustice, he famously declared that Black Americans should defend themselves "by any means necessary." Rising from a troubled youth to become a national figure, Malcolm X advocated for Black independence and self-determination before his assassination in 1965, leaving behind a legacy that continues inspiring discussions about activism and social change.

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