The perception of Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X is one where the two men are diametrically opposed figures in the battle against white supremacy (political insider vs. political renegade). The truth is more nuanced. King and Malcolm X shared "convergent visions" for the betterment of Black America. However, their strategies to attain their shared goal were shaped by their disparate upbringings.
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Thank you for this well-researched series.
Yes, it wasn't just compassion that was driving society toward change. People were afraid.
I remember when Dr. King was assassinated, the atmosphere was so tense and everyone was so fearful. Every conversation you had with someone regardless of the topic, the tension was so thick you could cut it with a knife. It was clear at the time that everyone was afraid that we were about to enter another civil war.
@Pat it was a very uncertain time.