Martin Luther King Jr. Would Be Appalled

Martin Luther King Jr. Would Be Appalled
American clergyman and civil rights campaigner Martin Luther King (1929–1968) in September 1964. Keystone/Getty Images
Christian Milord
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Around this time of year, during the birthdate of Martin Luther King Jr., Jan. 15, 1929—just ahead of Black History Month in February—pundits from all points of the political spectrum attempt to interpret King’s legacy. Most portrayals contain elements of accuracy, but unfortunately many have attempted to hijack his legacy by anchoring it to class warfare and other grievances.

Christian Milord
Christian Milord
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Christian Milord is an Orange County, Calif.-based educator, mentor, USCG veteran, and writer. He earned his master's degree from California State University–Fullerton, where he mentors student groups and is involved with literacy programs. His interests include culture, economics, education, domestic, and foreign policy, as well as military issues.
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