Write a 5-page essay analyzing the similarities and differences in these two thinkers views on race

Write a 5-page essay analyzing the similarities and differences in these two thinkers views on race. In addition to comparing and contrasting the two texts, you must take a position on the issue you are analyzing. Which thinker makes a more persuasive argument and why? The specific issue that you analyze is your choice, but make sure that it is a significant issue in the readings. Observe the following guidelines:

1)State your position clearly and concisely in a thesis statement in the first paragraph.

2)In the following paragraphs compare and contrast the two texts and then provide evidence for why you find one of these texts more persuasive than the other. Make sure to use textual evidence to back up your claims. However, do not use long block quotes. Make sure to cite to the text whenever appropriate.
3)In the final paragraph, restate your position and conclude.