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A Dream Remembered? Martin Luther King, Jr. and the Grassroots Civil Rights Movement
Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered one of the most famous speeches of all time. But it nearly didn't happen.
Martin Luther King, Jr. and War
King's words from 1967 have a haunting and piercing relevance for the United States in 2016.
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MLK’s Call to Honor Peace, Justice and Our Planet Still Challenges Us
Martin Luther King Jr.'s 1967 speech still challenges us to overcome racism, militarism and extreme materialism.
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.
“One Person Can Make a Difference”: Ava DuVernay Remembers Film Critic Roger Ebert’s Early Support
DuVernay offers advice to aspiring filmmakers.
“Selma” Director Defends Film’s Portrayal of LBJ-MLK Dispute on Voting Rights Legislation
“I'm not here to rehabilitate anyone's image.”
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Dissing DuVernay and the Lessons of “Selma“
The lessons of “Selma” itself are relevant to Ava DuVernay's omission from the Academy Awards nomination for Best Director.
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.