He equated religion with treating people ethically. Prior to this, religion was used mostly for excusing prejedice and discrimination.

He mobilized the “common man” to stand up for him/herself and demand equality under the law and in reality.

Pushed for settling things non violently

won the Nobel peace prize. They are many others Google M.L.King Jr. Pick what you want.

1. he fought for equal rights among blacks and whites.

2. he was killed from speaking his mind.

3. his death caused an uproar and put laws out that equal treatment would be given.

1. hmmm

2. hold on……

3. DARN cant think of any

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