How did Garvey influence Black activism?

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I sought to influence Black activism by instilling a profound sense of self-reliance and racial solidarity. My approach was to organize on a mass scale through the UNIA, creating a global network of branches. We built businesses, established shipping lines, and promoted Black-owned enterprises. This practical, economic foundation was crucial for achieving political and social liberation, moving beyond mere protest to tangible self-sufficiency.

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