Why did A Philip Randolph think it was unfair to send African Americans to fight for democracy in other countries?

A. Philip Randolph believed it was unfair to send African Americans to fight for democracy abroad while they were denied basic civil rights and freedoms at home. He argued that African Americans were fighting for a democracy that they themselves did not fully experience, facing systemic racism and inequality in the United States. Randolph's stance highlighted the hypocrisy of promoting democratic ideals overseas while neglecting the injustices faced by Black Americans. He advocated for civil rights and equality as essential prerequisites before African Americans should be asked to serve in military conflicts.