What does Washington think about protest as a strategy for achieving social equality?

Washington believed that protest should be a last resort rather than a primary strategy for achieving social equality. He emphasized the importance of self-help, vocational training, and economic progress as more effective means for African Americans to gain respect and rights. Washington advocated for gradual change through hard work and education, arguing that this would eventually lead to improved social conditions and acceptance. While he acknowledged the need for social justice, he was cautious about the potential divisiveness of direct protest actions.