Malcolm and Martin - #BlackHistoryFact

 

Did you know that these two iconic leaders only meet once? On March 28,1964; after a press conference at the U.S. Senate, King has a brief encounter with Malcolm X. King writes in his autobiography "I met Malcolm X once in Washington, but circumstances didn't enable me to talk with him for more than a minute." The photos were taken because both men happened to be in the Capitol building that day to listen to politicians debate the 1964 Civil Rights Act, which would later pass.

King's use of nonviolent civil disobedience and Malcolm's "by any means necessary" stance were in direct contrast to each other.  So for many, photos from that date represent both the yin and yang of the black community. 

Malcolm X was assassinated before the two would ever be able to meet again.  Three years after Malcolm X's assassination, King would also be assassinated.  Both men were 39 years of age at the time of their deaths.

Did You Know? #BlackHistoryFact Dr. King and Condolezza Rice

What does Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Condoleezza Rice have in common? 

They completed high school and started college at the age of 15!

 Dr. Martin Luther King was so smart! He actually skipped his first and last year at Booker T. Washington High School in Atlanta. That’s right Martin Luther King entered Morehouse College in Atlanta at the tender age of 15!

That’s right! Condoleezza completed her required course for high-school early! She was able to juggle a full schedule at any early age. High school in the morning, and attend the University of Denver in the afternoon.

These two individuals were destined for greatness! Education is the key. 

In Honor of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Martin Luther King, Jr., (January 15, 1929 – April 4, 1968) was an American pastor, activist, humanitarian, and leader in the African-American Civil Rights Movement. He is best known for his role in the advancement of civil rights using nonviolent civil disobedience based on his Christian beliefs.

Today, COMAEA pays honor and we give thanks to a great man. 

33rd Annual Martin Luther King Jr., Humanitarian Awards Dinner

The Marin County Human Rights Commission 33rd annual Martin Luther King Jr., Humanitarian Awards.  

 

Click here to purchase tickets and register!

  To review the Adult Awardees, Community Service Award and Youth Awardees please visit the link below. 

 

We hope to see you there!

 

http://www.marinhrc.org/MLK_Awards_Dinner.html