Sacrificed personal safety for the greater good from "summary" of The Autobiography of Martin Luther King, Jr. by Clayborne Carson
Martin Luther King Jr. understood that his commitment to the civil rights movement came with great personal risks. Throughout his leadership, he faced constant threats to his safety, including bombings, assaults, and even the constant presence of armed guards. Despite these dangers, King never wavered in his dedication to the cause of justice and equality. King's decision to put himself in harm's way was not made lightly. He knew that by standing up against injustice, he was making himself a target for those who opposed progress. However, King believed that the greater good of society outweighed his own personal safety. He was willing to endure whatever hardships came his way in order to bring about positive change for all people. In his speeches and writings, King often spoke about the importance of sacrificing personal comfort for the sake of a larger cause. He called on his followers to join him in this commitment, knowing that the road ahead would be di...
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