Letter from Birmingham Jail
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Martin Luther King Jr
Letter from Birmingham Jail Summary
The Letter from Birmingham Jail is a powerful document written by Martin Luther King Jr. During the Civil Rights Movement, arguing for using civil disobedience to respond to injustice. King mentions the responsibility of citizens, churches, and states to advocate for social justice and civil rights.
The letter targets explicitly white political and religious leaders, emphasizing the moral...
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