Conversation so far:
How is José Martí associated with Modernism?
José Martí's modernism was a spiritual attitude that was reflected on the language. All his writing defines his moral world.
Where were José Martí's ideas accepted?
The difference between José Martí and other modernist initiators lies in the profound and transcendent value that he gave to literature.

Question: Did he believe in Freedom for people?
Self-contained rewrite: Did José Martí believe in Freedom for people?