Nov 7, 2024, 9:39 AM

Martin Luther King Jr's Son Warns Trump Could Harm Civil Rights Progress

president of the United States from 2017 to 2021 Martin Luther King Jr.

American civil-rights activist and leader, Nobel peace prize laureate (1929–1968) BBC Radio

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Martin Luther King Jr's son has voiced concerns about his father's legacy in light of Trump's presidency.
He stressed the importance of working harder on civil rights issues following Trump's election.
The ongoing struggle for civil rights remains crucial, and past challenges should inspire continued efforts.

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Martin Luther King Jr's son expressed concerns about the potential tarnishing of his father's legacy due to Donald Trump's presidency. He emphasized the need for increased dedication to civil rights issues in response to Trump's election victory. In an interview on BBC Radio 4 Today, he reflected on the historical struggles faced by his father and mother during the civil rights movement, acknowledging that numerous battles were lost along the way. Despite these challenges, he reiterated that the struggle for civil rights must continue with even greater diligence now.

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