Wednesday, February 18, 2015
Nelson Mandela and MLK were two men in two very different places fighting similar battles. Putting their stories side by side, it is easy to draw parallels between the two. Educated, persistent, and strong-willed, they both opened the eyes of countless citizens and groups around the world; the world truly would not be the same place without these two leaders. Their fight for civil rights were inspirational to say the least. Both men struggled and were imprisoned during their fight, but even after 27 years of imprisonment for Mandela, he rose up to become president of South Africa. MLK was less fortunate, being assassinated while still in his prime, but he left a legacy that will live on forever.
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Hi Tiasha! I also am amazed that Mandela still felt compelled to lead South Africa even after twenty seven years in prison. I agree that MLK was assassinated in his prime and we will never know what he would have accomplished had he lived a long life.
ReplyDeleteAgreed! I can't imagine 27 years in prison. To hear stories of all the "greats" who have remained active in prison is really inspiring. I've heard that Gandhi actually enjoyed prison, saying that although the body was restrained, the soul wasn't. It's crazy to me that someone can have so much self-determination to make the best of a really tough and unfair situation.
DeleteTiasha, I really like the way you described the two leaders: Educated, persistent and strong-willed. Those were all characteristics that came to my mind as well.