In chapter 17 of up from slavery what was Washington's stand on lynching?

Answer 1

Washington thought that lynching was a evil habit. He talked about writing a letter to the Louisiana State Convention asking for them to end the evil practice.

Answer 2

In Chapter 17 of "Up from Slavery," Booker T. Washington denounces lynching as a barbaric and unjust practice that undermines the efforts of African Americans to advance in society. He calls for the enforcement of laws and the development of a sense of justice that would prevent such acts of violence against African Americans. Washington believes that progress can only be achieved through education and moral character development, not through fear and intimidation.