"I am convinced that if we are to get on the right side of the world revolution, we as a nation must undergo a radical evolution of values." MLKMartin Luther King was known for his persistent acts for peace through civil disobedience. I believe he is considered to be a great leader for this aspect; he was able to disperse his thoughts and ideas without fear or violence. He taught his followers to love their enemies and not to fight back - ever. In my eyes, this mindset is much more powerful than anything guns or crime could bring about.
"We can never get civil rights in America until our human rights are first restored. We will never be recognized as citizens until we are first recognized as humans." Malcolm X
Similar to MLK, Malcolm X also organized groups to end discrimination and racism. He fought courageously for the rights of African Americans, but he tended to use violence at times; he was determined to come to change "by any means possible."
Though both men were quite successful in achieving their goals, I believe MLK's methodology was more effective. He was able to voice his opinion without causing and ciaos or deaths - an obvious win in my opinion.
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