A crowd of more than 3,000 gathered in the Looney Complex to hear the featured speaker at the 24th annual R. Dan Boulware Convocation on Critical Issues — Martin Luther King III, the oldest son of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Mrs. Coretta Scott King. His topic was “Embracing the Ideals of Freedom, Justice and Equality.” Click here if you would like to watch his presentation, which drew numerous standing ovations.
Martin Luther King III seized the torch lit by his parents and is continuing their quest for equality and justice for all people. Motivating audiences around the world with his insightful message of hope and responsibility for nearly 20 years, Mr. King’s dedication to creating and implementing strategic nonviolent action to rid the world of social, political, and economic injustice has propelled him to the forefront as one of the nation’s most ardent advocates for the poor, the oppressed, and the disillusioned.