TED Talks Daily The US needs a radical revolution of values | Dr. Bernice King
Jan 18, 2021
Join Dr. Bernice King, community builder and daughter of the iconic Martin Luther King Jr., as she passionately discusses the urgent need for a revolution of values in the U.S. She emphasizes the importance of uprooting systems of oppression to foster a society grounded in equity and love. With a focus on nonviolence and collective responsibility, Dr. King advocates for engaging allies and channeling anger into constructive social change. She reminds us that freedom is an ongoing struggle, calling every generation to act.
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King's Assassination and America's Choice
- Bernice King recounts being five years old when her father, Martin Luther King Jr., was assassinated.
- She emphasizes the tragedy of America not heeding his prophetic message about the choice between nonviolent coexistence and violent co-annihilation.
America's Violent Foundation
- America's history is rooted in violence, encompassing systemic, policy, and the triple evils of poverty, racism, and militarism.
- Deconstructing these violent systems and reconstructing on a foundation of love and nonviolence is essential for progress, echoing Einstein's call for a new level of thinking.
Deconstructing and Reconstructing
- Deconstruct current thinking, perspectives, and operational practices, especially concerning policy.
- Engage in anti-racism work, particularly for white individuals, and explore nonviolence training to understand interconnectedness and promote the greater good.