Quote by Martin Luther King, Jr.

I have almost reached the regrettable conclusion that the Negro's great stumbling block in his stride toward freedom is not the White Citizen's Councilor or the Ku Klux Klanner, but the white moderate.

I have almost reached the regrettable conclusion that the Ne

Summary

In this quote, Martin Luther King Jr. highlights his realization that the white moderate is actually a significant obstacle to the progress and freedom of African Americans. King suggests that it is not the overtly racist individuals or hate groups that impede equality, but rather those who claim to be on the side of justice and change but fail to take meaningful action. This statement underscores the importance of active support and engagement in the fight against racial discrimination, emphasizing that inaction or half-hearted efforts from well-intentioned individuals can perpetuate systemic injustice.

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By Martin Luther King, Jr.

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