I was under the impression that the races in this country were coming closer together. We are all fighting for the same things: to keep our children safe, pay our bills, and survive this government. I was shocked when I saw the Malcolm X stamps. Does anyone realize that his rally cry was “by any means necessary”? Is he part of the monsters of the 20th century stamp collection?
History says that he changed at the end of his life, but he didn’t live long enough to spread that message of peace. As the saying goes: “Too Little Too Late.” The damage was done. What criteria was used to pick Mr. X over many other Americans of African descent who do deserve stamp commemoration?
Because I am white, I will have to defend myself, so I will say it clearly: I am not a racist. However, it is obvious to me that if Americans of African descent believe this man to be a hero, then they are the ones perpetuating racial hatred.
This stamp offends me, like a Hitler stamp, or a Gen. Custer stamp, or a Castro stamp or a Grand Wizard of the KKK stamp would offend.
Because of the stamp, I will not longer tolerate anyone who says white people are the prejudiced race in this country. It has been stamped clearly in my mind that we are not the only problem.
ADRIENNE D. DAUGHERTY
Deerfield Beach
