Master Harold … and the Boys | Compare and Contrast

1950s: In South Africa, the system of apartheid legislates the separation of the races. Black people are forced to live in designated areas and may only use designated public facilities.

1980s: The world condemns the policy of apartheid. Many people across the globe protest the involvement of businesses in South Africa and demonstrate for divestiture of investments in that country.

Today: The government of South Africa has officially renounced the policy of apartheid and has elected a black leader, Nelson Mandela.

1950s: In America,...

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