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Martin Luther King Jr.
Henry A. Giroux | Hollywood Heroism in the Age of Empire: From “Citizenfour” and “Selma” to “American Sniper“
The stories a society tells about itself, and whom it considers a hero, reflect that society's greatest values.
“The Power of the People”: “Selma” Director Ava DuVernay on Fight for Civil Rights, Voting Equality
In an extended interview with "Selma" director Ava DuVernay, we broadcast excerpts from her Oscar-nominated film.
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“Selma”: A Beautifully Shot Film Shows How Change Really Happens
Neither a "great man" history of Martin Luther King Jr., nor a tale of forgotten underdogs, Selma is about skilled activists building a movement.
A Way to Celebrate, Honor and Follow Dr. King
Dr. King challenged us to work for a greater humanity, for something greater than ourselves as individuals.
Newly Discovered 1964 Martin Luther King Jr. Speech on Civil Rights, Segregation and Apartheid South Africa
A new recording of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is aired.
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Martin Luther King, Jr.: All Labor Has Dignity
In his introduction to the newly published anthology of MLK's speeches and writings, Cornel West writes, "This book unearths a radical King that we can no longer sanitize."
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Willing to Live for Our People
Marchers accompanied some of Chicago's brightest and most politically conscious elementary school students as they rallied to reclaim the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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A New Generation Reclaims MLK Day
A new generation reclaims the radical legacy of MLK.
FBI’s “Suicide Letter” to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and the Dangers of Unchecked Surveillance
The implications of these types of strategies in the digital age are chilling.
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The FBI vs. Martin Luther King: Inside J. Edgar Hoover’s “Suicide Letter” to Civil Rights Leader
Fifty years ago today, FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover made headlines by calling Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. the "most notorious liar in the country."