The Conservation of Races, W. E. B. DuBois (1897)

"Here, then, is the dilemma, and it is a puzzling one, I admit. No Negro who has given earnest thought to the situation of his people in America has failed, at some time in life, to find himself at these crossroads; has failed to ask himself at some time: what, after all, am I? Am i an American or am I a Negro? Can I be both? Or is it my duty to cease to be a Negro as soon as possible and be an American? If I strive as a Negro, am I not perpetuating the very cleft that threatens and separates black and white America? Is not my only possible practical aim the subduction of all that is Negro in me to the American? Does my black blood place upon me any more obligation to assert my nationality than German, or Irish or Italian blood would?" p. 43

"Academy Creed:

1. We believe that the Negro people, as a race, have a contribuion to make to civilization and humanity, which no other race can make.
2. We believe it the duty of the Americans of Negro descent, as a bodyy, to maintain their race identity until this mission of the Negro peole is accomplished, and the ideal of human brotherhood has become a practical possibility.
3. We believe that, unless modern civilization is a failure, it is entirely feasible and practicable for two races in such essential politicaal, economic and religious harmony as the white and colored peole of Amereica, to develop side by side in peace and mutual happiness, the peculiar contribbution which each has to make to the culture of their common country.
4. As a means to this end we advocate, not such social equality between these races as would disregard human likes and dislikes, but such a social equilibrium as would, throughout all the complicated relations of life, give due and just consideration to culture, ability, and moral worth, whether they befound under white or black skins.
5. We believe that the first and greatest sstep toward the settlement of the present friction between the races-commonly called the Negro problem-lies in the correction of the immorality, crime andd laziness among the Negroes themselves, which still remains as a heritage from slavery. We believe that only earnest and long continued efforts on our own part can cure these social ills.
6. We believe that the second great step toward a better adjustment of the relations between the races should be a more impartial selection of ability in the economic and intellectual world, and a greater respect for personal liberty and worth, regardless of race. We believe that only earnes efforts on the part of the white people of this country will bring much needed reform in these matters.
7. On the basis of the foregoing declaration, and firmly believing in our high destiny, we, as American Negroes, are resolved to strive in every honorable way for the realization of the best and highest aims, for the development of strong manhood and pure womanhood, and for the rearing of a race ideal in America and Africa, to the glory of God and the uplifting of the Negro people." p. 46-47

In W. E. B. Du Bois Reader

Edited by Eric J. Sundquist

Oxford University Press, Inc, 1996

 

In the end of the first week

 

 

Yesterday, I just completed the first week of my senior year at college and really tried not to skip any classes this semester. It has already been three years I came to college and Purdue gave me tons of memories, even though many urban people say there is nothing to do in the middle of Indiana corn field. I've done many fun things, such as fountain run, and learned not only about major but also having fun. Since it is one of the biggest college in the states, many well-known and famed people came to lecture and teach in school.

This semester, I am taking six courses, and as always I made a decision every semester, I will really try hard to keep working on my blog. :( May due to my laziness, it is really hard to keep doing something, but at the age of 22, becoming 23 in October, I must complete at least a thing and this blog is the one. With the courses I am taking right now, Poetry writing, W. E. B. DuBois, British Literature, Advance composition, Physical geology, and Statistics, I mainly post on what I've done studying and reading, but also trying to post on essays and thoughts. To start Ads on twitter, maybe make myself as a powerblogger? Wish me a luck!

 

Evolv Women's Electra VTR Climbing Shoe

 

Evolv Women's Electra VTR Climbing Shoe, Violet, 6.5 M US

Price $89.00 $88.95

Evolv's top selling women's shoe just got better. The Elektra VTR has all the same great features as the original Elektra plus more. A low volume toe box, arch, and heel provides optimum performance without forfeiting any comfort.

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• 1mm half length midsole.
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Item Model Number ELECTRA VTR

Dimensions 12 ounces

Shipping weight 1 pounds

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*****It arrived earlier than I expected. As soon as I realized what it was, excitement overwhelmed me; however, it was too tight for me. Although it was possible to put my left foot, not for the right one, because my right foot is a half size bigger than my left one, and it was right after working out which made my feet swollen. Anyway, next day I tried again and it really tightly fit. For climbing shoe, smaller is better than bigger. I decide to wear them and surprisingly it actually fit my feet. At first, it hurt, but later, its size became mine. I like that there was no string for tie shoes and its color. Also compared to other shoes, I love the price, seventy nine dollars some cents. Although not sure on arch, toe box and heel are totally good enough for both climbing and bouldering. If you are just a beginner, it might be better than any other and I witnessed my friend who also got this one like it.

 

 

 

 

 

Pandamimi Deluxe Cover

 

Pandaimi Deluxe Cover for Samsung i9300, Galaxy S3 I9300, I747, L710, T999, i535 - AT&T, T Mobile, Sprint, Verizon, U.S. Cellular, Screen Protector

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ASIN B00933BYNW

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***** Once I got an item, I thought, "um. it's really sparkling, little outdated, and too oriental." Since its figure is a hawk, somehow gave me the image of eastern culture as Chinese and Japanese-even though these two countries are very different in culture. Also with its figure, phone became twice thicker than cell phone itself. However, it has been more than two weeks I am using it and attracted me more than any style. I am a person who like something unique and special, and it is good enough for me to fulfill my requirement-unique and special. Because it delivered from Hong Kong, as I know, not many people in United States have it and I believe that I might be the only one who have this item. I am also really thankful to the seller for a thoughtful manner putting a screen protector film and spare jewels with a glue. Its case and figure sticked together really firmly, stronog enough. Although its details are a little error, that little jewels was not really fit into the holes, not a big deal. It still sparkles and shines, and compared to its price, high quality and beautiful design. Keep in mind that pink jewels are way darker than pictures on Amazon. It is not bright pinky color, but dark redish one. Good for a college student, who wants to have cheap and pretty thing.