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Learn how Bill Strickland, a former at-risk student, changed his life by using his skills as an artist to make social change.

 

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Category: MLK Program Series -- posted at: 2:06 PM
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Meet Matthew Thompson, a London-based artist, who designed an artwork specifically for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library.
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Category: MLK Program Series -- posted at: 12:32 PM
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Among a number of world leaders, Nelson Mandela has often cited Dr. King as a major source of inspiration.  Joe Davidson assesses the leadership of both men and how they became symbols of freedom and equality.
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Category: MLK Program Series -- posted at: 11:53 AM
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Tom Houck, the former assistant and driver to Dr. King and his family, shares his memoir about time spent assisting Dr. King, supporting the movement and interacting with the King family. Young adults – Adults.
Direct download: KingDriverPodcast2.mp4
Category: MLK Program Series -- posted at: 12:45 AM
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Civil Rights groups today contend that the media has attempted to portray Dr. King as a conservative and opponent of affirmative action, citing his desire to have his children judge by “the content of their character” rather than “the color of their skin.” Page explores Dr. King’s belief in affirmative action. And, if writers have misinterpreted, misunderstood, or taken his words out of context.
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Category: MLK Program Series -- posted at: 10:55 AM
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Professional actor Ron Dorch recites Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr's. memorable, "I Have A Dream" speech and the Jubilee Singers of the All Souls Unitarian Church provide and evening of music in memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  Episode includes audio and video.
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Category: MLK Program Series -- posted at: 1:46 PM
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