Yolanda King
Yolanda King
Yolanda Denise Kingwas an American activist and first–born child of Coretta Scott King and civil rights leader Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. She was known also for her artistic and entertainment endeavors and public speaking. Her childhood experience was greatly influenced by her father's highly public and influential activism...
ProfessionCivil Rights Leader
Date of Birth17 November 1955
CityMontgomery, AL
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During the movement, they called them citizenship education programs. People were actually taught the skills of nonviolence.
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We believe this is a cleverly disguised opportunity for us to grow, and we are growing to meet this challenge.
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It is certainly difficult for us to see Mother in a weakened state. Because our faith is so strong and we are seeing daily improvement, it helps. We are completely assured that she will come to a full and complete recovery.
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We have all prayed in our own ways ... There's been a lot going on.
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We were stunned when we found out there were problems and challenges there. They came highly recommended. We made the decision to go there and Mother concurred because we believed the place was doing incredible work.
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She's been released, and we feel so strongly that she has been connected with our father.
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We saw a genuine commitment in her life to making a difference. That commitment, that passion we must all find within ourselves.
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It was apparent that something was happening. Fortunately, we were able to move very quickly and come here.
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Acknowledge that while we've made progress, there's so much work to be done.