This group of men discuss the extent of integration in the
churches of Bridgeport and describe some of the problems of
Bridgeport's public schools. Asked by Warren about segregation
in Bridgeport's schools, some contend they care less about
ending de facto segregation than they care about equalizing
opportunities for all students. They also discuss schools in
surrounding suburbs and consider busing as a means of
desegregation. Considering E. Franklin Frazier's position on
black colleges, the men disagree with Frazier and believe that
historically black colleges and universities will survive. They
believe that black colleges are better situated to teach African
Americans about their history and cultural heritage. The men
also describe unity and collective identity among African
Americans, both in the North and in the South. They provide some
anecdotal evidence of the growth of this unity among African
Americans who would not have participated in the civil rights
movement earlier. The men close by considering t