Martin Luther King, Jr., was a central figure in the modern civil rights movement. A Baptist minister, King was an inspiring speaker and a courageous leader. He led the drive to end racial segregation (separation) in the South. He also fought for social justice for the poor and disadvantaged.

To have a dream is great, but to have belief is even greater.

These are some interesting facts about the great civil rights activists Martin Luther King Jr. I hope you enjoy!

Rosa Parks was the one who started the Civil Rights Movement by refusing to be treated like a second class citizen.

In the history of any great people, sometimes there is a singular moment that so sums up that struggle and challenges the hearts of the people of the time that this moment becomes one that is both historic and mythical. In the long history the African American in this country, one such singular moment was the delivery of what has come to be referred to as the “I have a dream” speech during the historic March on Washington in August of 1963.

There are some traits that great people have in common. These include their bravery, oratorical skills, scholarship, and leadership.

Hours after Occupy Congress, some are left wrangling over what’s inherently worst- a botched Congress or a becoming circus movement?

Rick Santorum Blasts Mitt Romney Over Voting Rights For Felons In 2012 South Carolina GOP Debate.

Why is it that no one is afraid of our political power anymore?

What would Martin Luther King Jr. think about life in this new millennium?