FAQ About Ida B. Wells
What obstacles did Ida B. Wells face in her career?
Throughout her career, Ida B. Wells faced numerous obstacles, including pervasive racism, sexism, and violent threats against her life. Despite these challenges, she remained committed to her work, often at great personal risk. Her office was destroyed by a mob in 1892 in retaliation for her anti-lynching editorials, and she was frequently targeted for her outspoken activism.
