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Beyond Vietnam
A Time To Break Silence
Book • 1967
Delivered by Martin Luther King Jr. on April 4, 1967, this speech marked a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement.
King directly challenged the Vietnam War, denouncing its immorality and disproportionate impact on Black communities.
He called for a radical shift in values, urging a commitment to peace and justice.
The speech's powerful message resonated with anti-war activists and further solidified King's legacy as a champion of social justice.
It remains a significant text for understanding the complexities of the Civil Rights Movement and the interconnectedness of social justice issues.
King directly challenged the Vietnam War, denouncing its immorality and disproportionate impact on Black communities.
He called for a radical shift in values, urging a commitment to peace and justice.
The speech's powerful message resonated with anti-war activists and further solidified King's legacy as a champion of social justice.
It remains a significant text for understanding the complexities of the Civil Rights Movement and the interconnectedness of social justice issues.
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Mentioned as a powerful call for a “revolution of values” to end “power without compassion, might without morality, and strength without sight.”
We (Disrespectfully) Dissent.
