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Quote by Martin Luther King, Jr.

“We cannot be truly Christian people so long as we flaunt the central teachings of Jesus: brotherly love and the Golden Rule.”

Book:The Papers of Martin Luther King, Jr

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The Papers of Martin Luther King, Jr

This book offers a detailed look into the life and work of Martin Luther King, Jr., featuring a vast array of his correspondence and public addresses. It provides insight into his thoughts on civil rights, social justice, and the American civil rights movement. 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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Author:Marvin J. Ashton

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