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The Negro in the South is a collaborative work by two prominent African American leaders, W. E. B. Du Bois and Booker T. Washington, that examines the socio-economic and political conditions of Black people in the southern United States at the turn of the 20th century. Although the book reflects a common interest in advancing the status of African Americans, it highlights the contrasting philosophies of Du Bois and Washington regarding how to achieve this goal.Du Bois, known for his advocacy for civil rights and higher education for the "Talented Tenth," emphasizes the need for political activism, education, and the rejection of segregation and disenfranchisement. He presents a critical analysis of the systemic injustices faced by Black individuals, arguing that true progress requires an assertive challenge to white supremacy and the pursuit of civil rights.