Martin Luther King Jr.

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Martin Luther King Jr.

Political Science

#8

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Human Rights

#2

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• Political Science

Why Is Martin Luther King Jr. Influential?

According to Wikipedia, Martin Luther King Jr. was an American Baptist minister, activist, and political philosopher who was one of the most prominent leaders in the civil rights movement from 1955 until his assassination in 1968. A Black church leader and a son of early civil rights activist and minister Martin Luther King Sr., King advanced civil rights for people of color in the United States through nonviolence and civil disobedience. Inspired by his Christian beliefs and the nonviolent activism of Mahatma Gandhi, he led targeted, nonviolent resistance against Jim Crow laws and other forms of discrimination in the United States.

Other Resources About Martin Luther King Jr.

• en.wikipedia.org
• thekingcenter.org

What Schools Are Affiliated With Martin Luther King Jr.?

Martin Luther King Jr. is affiliated with the following schools:

• Boston University
• Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
• Morehouse College
• Crozer Theological Seminary

What Are Martin Luther King Jr.'s Academic Contributions?

Martin Luther King Jr. has made the following academic contributions:

• Strength to Love