Discussion Post

"Minstrelsy provided many blacks with opportunities."

"Minstrelsy was largely responsible for forwarding stereotypes of racism."

· Which statement do you feel best reflects the impact of minstrelsy on black American performers? [Please do not argue for both sides. This is a purposefully complex debate.]

· How do you think the successes of Bert Williams and George Walker are related to your argument?

· Would integration have happened sooner if minstrelsy hadn't existed?