THE ED MYLETT SHOW A More Just Nation - w/ Martin Luther King III
Feb 9, 2021
In a profound conversation, Martin Luther King III, a prominent human rights advocate and son of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., addresses pressing issues like poverty, racism, and violence in America. He emphasizes the need for strategic nonviolence and collective action to create a just society. Drawing on his father's legacy, he advocates for universal basic income and wealth redistribution, urging listeners to pursue personal growth alongside social change. Their candid dialogue inspires hope and empowers individuals to take actionable steps towards a more equitable future.
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Race and Social Issues in the US
- The state of race and social issues in the US is complex; progress has been made with electing leaders but systemic problems remain.
- The George Floyd incident highlighted these problems and sparked the largest civil rights demonstrations globally.
Interconnected Evils
- Martin Luther King III believes poverty, racism, and violence are interconnected evils.
- He suggests creating a culture of nonviolence and teaching people skills instead of just providing handouts.
Universal Basic Income Origins
- Ed Mylett learned about universal basic income from Martin Luther King Jr.'s work, then again through Andrew Yang.
- Both liberal and conservative economists have supported the concept.
