Throughout his life 'Malcolm' went through a variety of stages. Each facet of his growth exhibits a dynamic individuals responses to varying circumstances. Whether we acknowledge this incredible man as Malcolm Little, Detroit Red, Malcolm X and/or El Hajj Malik El Shabazz we must be aware that we are bearing witness, albeit posthumously, to a human being in flux. Each of us goes through a process of cognitive growth and development, although most change can be traced to the pressures of society, social custom and institutionalized practices. It is the incredibly rare individual who manages through efforts of extreme will and self determination to become more than what society expects of them. Whether residing in Nebraska, Chicago, Harlem or Mecca...to name a few of the locations which now represent milestones in this man's life - he evolved as a human being; inspired by his surroundings, but shaped by his own choices and actions. Additional questions, concerns or research may be explored at web.me.com/mfleegler
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Malcolm X
Before he allowed his name to be changed to Malcolm X, his birth name was Malcolm Little.
He was born Malcolm Little, but had his name legally changed to Malcolm XMalcolm Little
Talmadge Hayer, now known as Thomas Hagan, admitted to gunning down the civil rights leader Malcolm X, out of anger over Malcolm X's split with the leadership of the Nation of Islam. Malcolm X had spoken out against its leader, Elijah Muhammad, which Hayer at the time felt was slanderous.
Malcolm X was credited as being a peacemaker by those that believed in his cause. He fought for equality and peace between blacks and whites.