In his oxford union debate speech, Malcolm X delivered his thoughts on what he thought about the segregation issue at hand and at the same time expressing what he thought of King’s approach somewhat indirectly. Malcolm is aware of the “alternative” approach suggested by King, which results in his justifying of extremism is his speech. He explains why he believes in this method stating that his method of extremism is “intelligently directed extremism” (1:04). Perhaps suggesting that King saw extremism as illogical. Malcolm continues to justify his stance by addressing the circumstances in which laws that had been established were not in any way put to use. With this he implies that it is not reasonable to calmly negotiate for something when in turn all that will be received is hypocrisy. By mentioning these circumstances he provides the backbone to his stance, opposing King’s. Later in the speech, Malcolm introduces his suggestion as to what should be done which is quite obviously directed at King’s approach. Malcolm states “A racialist never understands a peaceful language, he never understands the nonviolent language” (9:00). With this statement he implied to turning to violence or as he put it “speak the language they understand” (8:57). Furthermore, he continues to justify his belief and express his opinion of nonviolence by asserting that he believes it is reasonable to engage in extremism as long as it is for the purpose of justice. He also suggests that anyone who stands for moderation should be considered a sinner. In his conclusion Malcolm restates his disposition that extremism is the better choice in regards to segregation and that whoever chooses nonviolence will surely be waiting longer for justice to come about. Malcolm X surely had taken King’s stance into consideration, however, Malcolm came to the conclusion that nonviolence was not sufficient for his