(1922) - Programme of the African Blood Brotherhood -The African Blood Brotherhood
In the Programme of the African Blood Brotherhood, The African Blood Brotherhood addressed the issue of lack of organized planning in the liberation of the Black race. In The Program, they aimed to provide a cohesive plan to empower the Black race. The African Blood Brotherhood addressed the lack of direction in the Black liberation struggle, criticizing the fragmented, aimless efforts of the past fifty years. They argued for a pragmatic, organized approach that emphasized economic resistance, Pan-African unity, and the need for alliances with movements opposing imperialism. The Brotherhood proposed the formation of labour unions, a Pan-African army, and a global Black federation to counteract colonial and capitalist exploitation. They stressed the importance of practical action over symbolic gestures in the pursuit of liberation for the Black race, particularly in the United States and Africa.
It is in this country, especially, that the Negro must be strong. It is from here that most of the leaders and pioneers who will carry the message across the world will go forth. But our strength cannot be organized by vain indulgence in mock-heroics, empty phrases, unearned decorations and titles, and other tomfoolery. It can only be done by the use of proper tactics, by determination and sacrifice upon the part of our leaders and by intelligent preparatory organization and education.