In the face of the Communist challenge we must examine honestly the weaknesses of traditional capitalism. In all fairness, we must admit that capitalism has often left a gulf between superfluous wealth and abject poverty, has created conditions permitting necessities to be taken from the many to give luxuries to the few, and has encouraged small-hearted men to become cold and conscienceless so that, like Dives before Lazarus, they are unmoved by suffering, poverty-stricken humanity. Although through social reform American capitalism is doing much to reduce such tendencies, there is much yet to be accomplished.
Martin Luther King Jr.
Remembering Martin Luther King Jr. | An LA Times photo set
Martin Luther King Jr. has effected great change in the world and inspired our thoughts and lives. These lesser known photographs of him can reveal a much more intimate understanding of this exceptional human.
(Picture by Dave Pickoff)
