Martin Luther King Jr. 's Nonviolent Equal Rights Movement

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The way peaceful black men get treated today is prevalent to King. In 1963 Dr Martin Luther King Jr, was arrested for protesting the treatment of blacks in Birmingham Alabama. In the “letter from Birmingham jail” he talks about his nonviolent protest steps, and the excessive force he received from Birmingham police officers,” you wouldn’t commend the policemen if you observe their ugly and inhumane treatment of Negros.” (2017). Similar to King, Eric Garner also experienced excessive force by police that also lead to protest from the community.

Fear and prejudice are two significant factors that people let subdue their emotions and beliefs. Throughout history and all the way to current day, the people and groups who never surrendered to fear and prejudice were the ones who prevailed. With that, one should never surrender to fear or prejudice, regardless of the cost.

When we think of the Civil Rights Movement, we often think of the most prominent leaders like Martin Luther King Jr, Rosa Parks, and Malcolm X who’ve surely paved the way for the beginning of the movement. However many times we overlook the ones who aren’t talked about in the classrooms during Black History Month, or when we’re discussing the Civil Rights Movement. In response, I dedicate my paper on an African-American Organization to those who promoted the freedom and rights of Black Americans and minorities just as much as Martin Luther King Jr or any other leader or organization during the movement. The greatly controversial Black Panther Party (BPP)

Why? What did the Black race do to deserve this? Martin Luther King Jr. knew that was happening in the daily lives of the Black community was not okay. He took a stand and used his preaching and public speaking abilities to try to make a change. Martin went to jail several times while trying to make a difference during his protest for racial equality. With his act of courage, strong willingness, and positivity, he and the people that followed continued to push forward for the justice and equal rights that they deserved. Martin Luther King made an amazing effect on the world’s racial equality towards Blacks that caused the community's atmosphere to reunite as one race.

Was Martin Luther King,Jr. an important role in the Civil Rights Movement? Without him, maybe the Civil Rights Movement would have never taken off at the rate it did, or maybe it would have just stopped completely. He may have been inspired by Rosa Parks, but he inspired many more to fight for equality. He was, without a doubt, the real leader of the Civil Rights Movement.

Martin Luther King remains one of the most controversial historical figures of the 20th century. Historians and modern politicians alike, challenge his contributions to the Civil Rights Movement and the legitimacy of his leadership. While King is traditionally presented as a leader of the movement, Ella Baker, an African American Civil Rights activists, questions this convention and claims “the [Civil Rights] movement made Martin.” Furthermore, often portrayed as the decisive factor of social change, King’s leadership and significance in the Civil Rights Movement is largely overemphasized and his exaggerated historical importance, detracts from the myriad of social factors and local movements that propelled social change. Although Martin

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Not long after WWII, in 1947 the Cold War began due to political and economic tension between the Eastern and Western bloc. During this time many people feared Communism and began questioning where the postwar society was heading. Luckily, the postwar economic boom occurred and the nation began to prosper again. American family income, marriage, and pregnancies increased drastically. However, ethnic and racial problems still occurred in the workforce and society. Martin Luther King Jr., along with many other leaders, took a stand against the substantial amount of cruelty and restrictions placed upon the African American race. As the U.S. approached the 1960’s the Vietnam War surfaced, on top of the recent post-WWII domestic problems, the U.S.

Martin Luther King is an extraordinary man who has accomplished great thing in his fight against injustice and segregation. like Selma and other cities it was clouded in a storm of racism but Martin Luther King came and reduced it to ash. “I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.” (Martin Luther King) and I think of that wondering if I can live up to those words. Back in the 20’s through 60’s racism was at it’s strongest and it got worse. Martin Luther King had a role model that shaped Dr.King into the man he is and that was his father. Dr. King has achieved many accomplishments and fought many political fights to get Civil Rights.

An individual named Martin Luther King Jr. has left a mark on the nation because of his hopes, dreams and his message that became a legacy. In 1960s Dr. King led the civil rights movement, his lifetime his work represented the fight for equality and nondiscrimination. The civil rights movement was created to help African Americans reach their full potential in life by gaining equality. His message still has significance today because it demonstrates the importance of individual action and teaches us that anybody can truly make a difference.

Dr. Martin Luther King is considered the formative figure in the modern fight for civil rights (Honor Martin Luther King's Legacy , n.d.). He became a legend in his own right by leading a large group of people in his movement who were inspired by his “I have a Dream” speech, which resonated across the nation. People that he met, addressed, encouraged, or influenced, followed him knowing there would be a light at the end of the tunnel to end segregation. Dr. King wisely used his knowledge and experience to solve a myriad of issues without trying to cause further public distress or troubles. Even though his followers were often at odds, he was able to corral them to overcome their burdens. Dr. King’s attributes have inspired me in many ways.

Bob Marley once said , “ Get up , stand up, Stand up for your rights. Get up , stand up , Don’t give up the fight.” It is important to fight for what you believe in because it can change your life and you might encourage others to do so as well.

There is no doubt that civil rights need to be fixed or changed in the United States. Martin Luther King Jr. has given us a speech about his solution to this, the non-violence movement. The non-violence movement, is a movement that involves african americans to peacefully protest their want for equality. MLK’s movement is the best option because if violence is frequent, then it will make things worse. People will start to think we are violent people and that will make it more difficult for us to get civil rights.

Philip (2008) has listed 7 common traits in the characteristic of leadership. The characteristics are empathy, consistency, honesty, direction, communication, flexibility and conviction.