Dr King Nonviolence Analysis

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Dr. King’s philosophy of nonviolence, by the King center, explains Dr. King’s philosophy to achieve non-violence. He believes that nonviolence is able to be achieved in 4 ways. As said in his triple evils, he believes people shouldn’t be racist. By not being racist, King believes people are opening opportunities to be more accepting of others differences. He also believes people shouldn’t live in poverty, and he believes people shouldn’t engage in militarism. King believes we have the resources to end poverty, but no one takes action to do so. He also believes that nonviolence seeks to win friendship and understanding.

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