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“I also came to see that liberalism's superficial optimism concerning human nature caused it to overlook the fact that reason is darkened by sin. The more I thought about human nature the more I saw how our tragic inclination for sin causes us to use our minds to rationalize our actions. Liberalism failed to see that reason by itself is little more than an instrument to justify man's defensive ways of thinking. Reason, devoid of the purifying power of faith, can never free itself from distortions and rationalizations.”

Quote by Martin Luther King, Jr.

Book:The Essential Martin Luther King, Jr.:

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The Essential Martin Luther King, Jr.:

This book compiles a selection of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s influential speeches and essays, highlighting his advocacy for civil rights, non-violence, and equality. It includes key addresses such as 'I Have a Dream' and 'Letter from Birmingham Jail', offering insight into his leadership and the social and political context of his time. more

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Martin Luther King, Jr.

Martin Luther King Jr. was an American civil rights activist known for his nonviolent protest and advocacy for equal rights. His 'I Have a Dream' speech at the Lincoln Memorial in 1963 became a significant milestone in the American civil rights movement. more

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