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Whatever MLK was, my interpretation was that he felt there was a better way than violence...hence my personal interpretation that he was a moderate. That, like it or not, America has provided the oppressed enough power to peacefully change. But it was a process and a goal designed not for himself, but for his children or his children's children. It's hard to maintain those long-term goals in the era of instant gratification...and that frustration can sometimes lead to violence. Both are probably very effective, but I was under the impression that MLK wanted whites and blacks to work together through this ultimate challenge. And the civil way was through peaceful culture change. And for the most part I believe he has won the method of change and progress continues...quickly for 1960's expectations...but slowly for 2010's expectations.
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