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Martin Luther King Jr. was a scholar and minister who led the civil rights movement.

Born on January 15, 1929 in Atlanta, GA.

King had an older sister, Willie Christine, and a younger brother, Alfred Daniel Williams King.

King grew up in a religious loving household and his father tried to hide racism from him as much as possible.

King attended Booker T. Washington High School skipping 9th and 11th entering college at age 15. Morehouse College in Atlanta 1944.

in his junior year, King took a Bible class. renewing his faith and began a career in the ministry.

In 1948, King earned a sociology degree from Morehouse College.

On the night that Rosa Parks was arrested King and other local civil rights leaders to plan a Montgomery Bus Boycott. King was elected to lead the boycott.

Martin married Coretta Scott King in 1953.

Kings first speech went along the lines of  "We have no alternative but to protest. For many years we have shown an amazing patience. We have sometimes given our white brothers the feeling that we liked the way we were being treated. But we come here tonight to be saved from that patience that makes us patient with anything less than freedom and justice."

In April 1960, the SCLC held a conference at Shaw University in Raleigh, North Carolina with local sit-in leaders. King was known for nonviolent protest.

By 1960, King was gaining national exposure. He returned to Atlanta to become co-pastor with his father at Ebenezer Baptist Church but also continued his civil rights efforts.

On October 19, 1960, King and 75 students entered a local department store and requested lunch-counter service but were denied. When they refused to leave the counter area, King and 36 others were arrested.

While in Jail protest went on and this is when King wrote "Letter from Birmingham Jail".

On August 28, 1963, the historic March on Washington Is when king had his famous "I Have a Dream" speech.

This also led to King receiving the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964.

Martin Luther King was assassinated on April 4, 1968, Memphis, TN by James Earl Ray.

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The 1960's was a time of Justice during and around this time tons of protests against segregation as well as protest for Justice upon black people in America. Led by many activists like Martin Luther King Jr himself.

President Kennedy assassinated in Dallas, Texas; Vice President Lyndon Johnson becomes President.

Civil rights protests continue throughout the South, during which nonviolent activists are frequently met with beatings and arrests

On April 16, 1963 Martin Luther King Jr made "Letter from Birmingham Jail"

200,000 people march on Washington in support of civil rights; Dr. Martin Luther King delivers his "I Have a Dream" speech

U.S., Soviet Union and Britain sign a nuclear test ban treaty

United States President Lyndon B. Johnson signs the Civil Rights Act of 1964 into law.

The Voting Rights Act is signed into law by President Lyndon Johnson.

Martin Luther King, Jr. leads a peaceful civil rights march from Selma to Montgomery in Alabama.

The Civil Rights Act of 1968 is signed into law by President Johnson.

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How Martin Luther King Jr. Changed the World | Full Documentary

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In a "Letter from Birmingham Jail" Martin Luther King Jr talks about social injustice of black people in southern parts of America. King states at the beginning "injustice anywhere is a threat to Justice everywhere." King continuously talks about the unfortunateness the white power has brought to the black Community. They have no alternative but to protest, but king states that there will only be nonviolent protest. He goes over the four basic steps of a nonviolent campaign. King then talks more in depth about how brutal and ugly the segregation is in Birmingham. Promises that were made to the black Community were broken when merchants never took down humiliating racial signs. The marching in Birmingham was postponed till after the election of the new mayor out of respect. King through out the letter expressed his love and faith for the church and many times threw in references of bible stories that relate to the times. Tells the white people to look at it from a black persons perspective. In hopes of his visit to Birmingham the religious leaders would be on his side but once again he was disappointed. King explains many times that the sit ins and marches will always be nonviolent but says they are being called extremists. Watching peaceful nonviolent protesters get beat up and arrested all because they want change. The entire letter is very calm and polite, with nothing but respect in hopes social equality and brotherhood for the black community.

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The letter written by Martin Luther King Jr was very powerful and meaningful. Everything said in the letter is agreeable as well. One of the main reasons for me choosing this reading is because I find myself listening to his speeches all the time. I can't but be fascinated by his words and message as they keep me going throughout the day. His speeches and lessons motivate me to be a better person and always do my best. So seeing his name in the selection of readings to choose from I instantly picked him. I agree with him 100% on everything he has to say and after reading the letter I actually listened to him give the speech. I think everyone should be treated equally no matter the color of their skin. The things King has said will stay with me forever.

Questions To Consider

1. According to King's letter the four basic steps for a nonviolent campaign are as followed. Collection of the facts to determine whether injustice exists; negotiation; self-purification; and direct action.
2. "Letter From Birmingham Jail," was a response to eight white Alabama clergymen who criticized King and worried the civil rights campaign would cause violence.
3. My favorite quote from the reading was "Lukewarm acceptance is much more bewildering than outright rejection." For many reasons simply because a gentle acceptance no matter the occasion will always be better than outright rejection.

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50 Inspiring Martin Luther King Jr. Quotes On Peace, Love and Equality
Dr. Martin Lurther King Jr. was an influential and inspiring figure in fighting for civil rights in the 1960s. His efforts play a significant role in how we treat and accept each other, irrespective of race or gender, in the modern day. It is a shame that his dream hasn't been realized to this day, so we remember and continue to fight for everything that he stood for during his time in order to bring positive change into the world.

Dr. King was a man of honorable faith and morale, which he put to great use to urge and encourage others to push and live the message of peace, love and equality among all people. He is well known for his methods and words of love and acceptance for all human beings which put him in the forefront in organizing the March on Washington and delivering his timeless speech 'I Have A Dream' which brought together a crowd of nearly 250,000 people.

Although the spring of 2020 marks the 52nd year since the assassination of Dr. King, we still remember and fight for what he believed in because his message is one that we hold in our hearts. His legacy has influenced and inspired the lives of many who wish to see a better world with an unshakable message.

His words of wisdom and love remain immortalized to this day so we have collected 50 Inspiring Martin Luther King Jr. Quotes On Peace, Love and Equality to help you keep your head and stay strong in chaotic times like these.
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Here are 50 Inspiring Martin Luther King Jr. Quotes On Peace, Love and Equality:

1. "But I know, somehow that only when it is dark enough can you see the stars." - Martin Luther King Jr.

2. "A riot is the language of the unheard." - Martin Luther King Jr.

3. "I refuse to accept the view that mankind is so tragically bound to the starless midnight of racism and war that the bright daybreak of peace and brotherhood can never become a reality. I believe that unarmed truth and unconditional love will have the final word." - Martin Luther King Jr.

4. "We are not makers of history. We are made by history." - Martin Luther King Jr.

5. "We may have all come on different ships, but we're in the same boat now." - Martin Luther King Jr.

6. "Nonviolence means avoiding not only external physical violence of spirit. You not only refuse to shoot a man, but you refuse to hate him." - Martin Luther King Jr.

7. "We must accept finite disappointment, but we must never lose infinite hope." - Martin Luther King Jr.

8. "Love is the only force capable of transforming an enemy into a friend." - Martin Luther King Jr.

9. "Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable... Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals." - Martin Luther King Jr.

10. "One has a moral responsibility to disobey unjust laws." - Martin Luther King Jr.

11. "The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands in times of challenge and controversy." - Martin Luther King Jr.

12. "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere." - Martin Luther King Jr.

13. "Your ignorance is their power." - Martin Luther King Jr.

14. "Every man must decide whether he will walk in the light of creative altruism or in the darkness of destructive selfishness." - Martin Luther King Jr.

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50 Inspiring Martin Luther King Jr. Quotes On Peace, Love and Equality

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50 Inspiring Martin Luther King Jr. Quotes On Peace, Love and Equality Dr. Martin Lurther King Jr. was an influential and inspiring figure in fighting for civil rights in the 1960s. His efforts play a significant role in how we treat and accept each other, irrespective of race or gender, in the modern day.