King
Subjects:
History, Social Studies
Grade Levels:
6-8, 9-12
Source: History
Go beyond the dream to discover the man in this two-part documentary about Martin Luther King Jr. Tom Brokaw goes beyond the legend to portray the man, the questions, the myths, and the relevance of Dr. King's message in today's world. This program includes a rare interview with his son as well as associates from the civil rights campaigns and contemporary figures such as former President Bill Clinton and Condaleeza Ride.
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