What did Booker T. Washington argue African Americans need to focus on in his 1895 Atlanta Compromise Speech? A.
improving their representation in politics

B.
moving from the South to the North

C.
causing civil disorder to achieve social justice

D.
achieving economic independence

d. achieving economic independence

Explanation:

Booker T. Washington was known as a dominant figure in African American community at the time. He was among the first black people who managed to reach high-ranking positions within the government.

In 1895, the black community was experiencing a problem. The southern states started creating segregation law that prevent the black community from using infrastructures that belong exclusively to white citizens.

Booker T. Washington aware that the black community was too weak to fight back the legislation directly. So, he encouraged black communities to focus on economic independence first. After accumulating wealth, black communities will have more power/influence to change the legislations.

b) to encourage free trade