If anything, slavery is still going on in Africa 2016. Why aren't you in Africa right now fighting for their freedom? Or do you ignore real issues and continue to bitch about stuff that isn't relevant anymore?
So, Americans should go to a country where they will be literally killed by insurgent groups for trying to enact change, but they shouldn't speak out in a country where they can actually vote and democratically solve problems in our society?
Like, this is just me, but option 2 sounds way more effective.