Historically, minority populations have found themselves demeaned and oppressed by a stronger majority. Literature documented the minority struggle and focused on individuals who overcame oppression and achieved success. The film, The North Country, shows the problems between new and established workers at a Minnesota mine. World Champion, depicts the fight of black heavyweight boxer Joe Louis, who represents his race in a battle for equality. The story, Fish Cheeks, depicts a young child's encounter with her culture and the imposing forces of conformity. Minorities often struggle because of an oppressive majority; however, with courage and pride, we can make a difference for all people wronged by the majority. The United States has a history of conflict between minorities and majorities. African Americans were enslaved, segregated, and harassed for over a century while living in America. As a result, when Joe Louis fought to defend his championship belt against a white boxer in the 1930s; it attracted worldwide attention. Segregation dominated Southern society, and African Americans faced constant reminders of their “inferiority.” In the story Champion of the World, Maya Angelou depicts a large group of African Americans standing in a local drug store together listening to the match between Joe Louis and the white competitor. The group shares more than a common skin color, they share a common experience. They have faced oppression for years, but now they are united by a sense of hope. Louis fights for the entire African-American race, and his pain is the pain of everyone who listens and watches the game. The narrator of the story shows the relationship that...... middle of paper ......nt of pride with the black people created a time of hope and happiness for this race. Additionally, Amy began to embrace her heritage when she realized that being different was not a bad thing, but rather something she could be proud of. Ultimately, Josey's determination to achieve justice allowed her to create an environment in which the female minority was protected against the abusive male majority. These three characters represent the power a person has to create beneficial change and end injustice. Furthermore, the three characters understand that pride exists in difference, and that this difference must be accepted and not persecuted. In a world of such diversity, people fail to appreciate each other's differences and instead look for similarities. Minorities should continue to protect and fight for rights that are violated by complacent majorities..