To Negro Writers Langston Hughes

In “To Negro Writers” Langston Hughes advised African American writers to expose the hardships and dilemmas which they faced daily. Hughes instructed writers to unveil the truth about the unfair treatments they were subject to. African Americans faced persecution in a variety of forms. Not only were African American citizens mistreated by groups such as religious organizations and the American Legion, African American soldiers were also disrespected simply for the color of their skin. Hughes told his readers that they must fight for themselves because no one else would fight for them. Hughes encouraged African American writers to establish a common ground with the working white class (who also faced struggles) so that they could unite in an
effort to eradicate all inequalities. Hughes stated that African American writers were presented with practical opportunities to write for change, he encouraged African American writers to push for changes in the American social system. Hughes feared that African Americans were running out of time to make changes. All over America, African Americans were growing tired of being mistreated, they and Hughes envisioned an America where everyone would be treated equal, no matter their race or social standing. In “To Negro Writers”, Hughes advised and encouraged African American writers to push for change so that America could truly be a place where there were no poor people, no Jim Crow laws, and no need for welfare programs, a place where everyone was truly equal.