January 1970 Issue [Article] The Failure of Black Separatism Download PDF Adjust Share The politics of race may foster the illusion of action and social progress, but the real well-being of America’s Negroes depends on a revamping of the economy that will bring benefit to all. by Bayard Rustin, This article is only available as a PDF to subscribers. Download PDF Tags 20th century African Americans Black nationalism Economic aspects Labor unions Minority membership Race identity Race relations United States Adjust Share