At this time every year, we remember what times were like prior
to the Civil Rights Movement and the passing Amendment that
gave Blacks the right to vote and real equality in this country.
They opened the doors for all of us from different races and nationalities,
giving us the true freedom we so enjoy.
Those of us who lived through it cannot refer to them as “good old
days” because they were an embarrassment to this country’s history.
As the years passed, we had the opportunity to learn about Martin
Luther King’s life and sacrifices allowing us to recognize and appreciate
more Dr. King’s actions and courage.
He was arrested a multitude of times during protests supporting
causes against abuse and unfairness. Although violence always followed
his demonstrations, he always led the public in a peaceful mode.
Martin Luther King died assassinated in 1968 and we have not seen
leaders of his caliber since.
