An Hour With Martin Luther King Jr. | David Susskind Meets MLK | Timeline

David Susskind's historical, long and intimate interview with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Originally aired on June 9, 1963 by WPIX-TV New York. Among the subjects discussed were the current state of the American Civil Rights Movement and the recent (at that time) events in Birmingham, Alabama. Recently restored by the Paley Center.
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[@phaedrussmith1949]

This is a style of conversation people don't seem to be capable of today.

[@astrospect]

People are capable but unwilling. Thats the problem. They'd rather slap a label on you and attack the label instead of actually listen to your argument.

[@dcraexon134]

TV dinners

[@vfranco22]

I agree Washington's model of having had continuing means of a strengthened progressive equality. Were that after all these-years-unfolded, state-by-state could follow; beginning with our States' governance, one-by-one.

[@brittnaycattaneo6015]

Lol I no...I could listen to him all day

[@clueken13]

Agreed. I appreciated the way he spoke. A boss forever.

[@frankstipes4114]

This is a man of ALL TIMES!!!....what a priviledge to hear his clear voice , not because of his great oratory, but because of the power and truthfullness of the message behind every word... A true leader, like no other we have had or have , in a very long time. Thank you for providing this interview to all....

[@keithbrown3889]

Frank I think all of what you said is true. I don't think that I've ever heard a person Anywhere with the depth of the message blended with the oratory of Dr. King. There may be a top 10 all time with his depth, power and truthfulness but when you add his gifts of oratory, I don't think anyone can compare.

[@cherriesheppardclemons375]

Amen!!!

[@carmel-wayfinder5401]

Indeed a real honour 👊🏾

[@trinjuwan4422]

His leadership is UNMATCHED....my opinion. There has Not been another leader as BRILLIANT as the Great Dr Martin Luther King👑❤️🙏🏽

[@alicemcleod6149]

Beautifully written, thank you for your well written and enlightening words.

[@caenterprisellc6922]

What I love about Dr. King is he don't pacify disagreement among his peers. He tell you when/where he agree and when/where he don't agree and he do it without compromising his message and mission.

[@UntappedShesources]

Agreed and he was an extremely intelligent man no matter what race he was a one of a kind human being like we don’t really see now days he was a type of intelligent compassionate and passionate person who was able to walk the difficult thin line where he didn’t inspire hatred or violence and also didn’t weaken or water down his message he had a way doing this but also not compromising or lessening the importance and seriousness of his message but spoke in a way that opened closed minds not everyone can do that for sure! I think he was an incredible human being. He could speak to hearts of many many people regardless of race his calm collected rational way of thinking and speaking was one the world has not known since

[@InHisService333]

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[@InHisService333]

@@UntappedShesources Honoring Reverend Martin Luther King Jr Holiday with the His message of Hope and salvation through Faith in God YHVH Yeshua kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXvRdYGebNuaoc0

[@MichelMawon4982]

Nor does he do it throwing his fellow under the bus even if they do have a different road to get there. He's on brand knowing they're all fighting towards the same end.

[@InHisService333]

@@MichelMawon4982 We're never as strong, as we are until we have to be. Never Do as much, unless the need we see. Only give our best, when we fail at mediocrity. We Love rather than hate when we admit we're one humanity. We always give more, when compassion moves our heart with unbridled generosity. We Become more of our potential when we are made to see, that clearly our minds can believe in unfathomable possibilities, while seizing every opportunity, here in lies one's destiny. More than our scars, higher than our stars, for in our flaws are what defines our features, they're uniquely ours, as human creatures. We can run faster than on our slowest day. Reason better, and thinking it through all the way, regardless which direction our emotions may sway. We can find our voice when speechless, our strong words with meekness and our Courage in weakness. Always patience not quickness. Silence for peace than loudness, quietness of fear, not hopeless, for time and effort are equally unbiased. We are more than the stories we're told, we're the one's we write, each page unfold. We are the sum of our Lies and truth, fantasy, fiction, faith, and myths, no matter how uncouth. These are what shape us, our lives lived is the proof. We can be more right than wrong. More just than judge. More godlike than unlike. Reflecting Sunlight in our darkest night. Providing refuge. Never more alive until we die within and begin again. A Human Ark Divine in our human spark. by Steven Gooden

[@weloveyounay4794]

His style of answering the questions of the interviewer is diplomatic, analytic, realistic, and effective!

[@BlowtheTrump9683]

A very respectful, interviewer. I like his polite manner.

[@eddieokojie5425]

And if he had any preconceived notions, he discarded it quickly!

[@hoss-lk4bg]

it's suskind boy, u would have loves him if u was alive when he was around

[@roundtwo3321]

He had a passive tone, but he threw a lot of punches that were meant to get the average person riled up. However, The Honorable Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. wasn't the average person. It was like watching an erudite, verbal, lunch counter, sit-in.

[@rickeyracer44]

Such a profound, wise, and gracious man was Dr. Martin Luther King. It is a shame we lost such a great man.

[@handsome-brute2666]

CIA took him out..they always take out HOPE like RFK and JFK😒

[@lisajackson1476]

We didn't lose him the government killed him.......

[@handsome-brute2666]

@@lisajackson1476 it was THE CIA/mob💀😈👁👹🇺🇸

[@lisajackson1476]

@@handsome-brute2666 , I look at them all the same......SMH....

[@lisajackson1476]

@@handsome-brute2666 , I look at them all the same....SMH...

[@colinhall7481]

Wow - imagine if more poeple were as straight forward in their answers like Martin Luther. How far we have fallen since this time.

[@trevorcox3669]

As a white 68 year old from the UK . A hero to the world who will never be forgotten RIP

[@darlenesmith5086]

Amen

[@mauricehawkins1147]

Yes sir he was!! He was getting brutalized by police and white people all over the country never lifted his hand to hit back you got to admire him

[@snotragg6514]

As a 44 year old black man from the USA we love you more,,

[@hhsamcox]

Share that sentiment with you cousin.

[@tonypanzarella9387]

And, so is Martin Luther King, Jr.

[@eligahmurrayjr1541]

I can hear Dr. King talk all day. So wise,intellectual,intelligent and articulate....geesh he was the total package. Icon,Legend,Pillar Of Truth/Justice,Trailblazer,The Man...etc..etc.. Sip.1love n JESUS👑💜👑💜❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@andrethompson2034]

Greatest orator ever in my opinion. He's more well known for the I Have A Dream speech but he has other speeches that were even better. The Mountain Top speech is one of those, shows a more militant side of the man. Wish he was still alive, God knows we need more leaders like him.

[@keithbrown3889]

I totally agree with you. Take a thorough journey on KZbin and one will discover the plethora of great speeches by this phenomenal leader.

[@kasulebriankalule2129]

I can’t agree more with you. His speech opposing the war in Vietnam is one of the best I’ve ever listened to under the sun.

[@darnellmagruder283]

Beyond Vietnam was his most gut-wrenching speech where King assailed this country's racist ways. Its wrong-headed Vietnam policy cost this nation billions but more importantly the lives of 58 thousand American soldiers that speech was delivered April 4th, 1967. Notice that date if you will.

[@andrethompson2034]

@@darnellmagruder283 yes that date is very important because they killed him one year to the day and it was no coincidence that they did that. He'd been marked for death for years but that Vietnam speech sealed the deal, they had to stop him.

[@darnellmagruder283]

@@andrethompson2034 It didn't help that other "Negro" ministers turned against King after that speech calling him a traitor along with whites who despised him. I often remind people my age (70) that a lot of the plaudits that King receives now were the exact opposite when he was alive.

[@jerryjordan525]

This man. Martin Luther King Jr. was in my opinion the most powerful thinker to ever come out of the USA. His wisdom reached beyond any President or world leader. He was truly in line of helping all humans on the planet. Men like this only come along once in a lifetime. I was glad to have lived during the time he walked this earth.

[@FastNCurious88]

I miss the era when conversations such as this took place. Long live the King. ❤️

[@skyjuiceification]

What c0nversati0ns are u starting?

[@Hosenbivad]

You could check out the rich roll podcast

[@TheJaguarMex]

He was so inclusive even though he was focusing on the discussion for black American problems. I am a naturalized American citizen originally form méxico. I have learned so much from working in management with black American team members and I feel so proud of their spirit. There are so many issues we still to work and support the success of all communities. We still have a discontent and we still so many things to work going forward! It is a challenge and the only way we can have resolutions is to work TOGETHER! All minorities have to unite. I’ve seen how they push us to fight within us. We have to change that!

[@ty.1357]

Well said!

[@clueken13]

What a boss…I wish I could speak as measured and with such intelligence as this man.

[@kingjoe3rd]

You can but you may want to start by not beginning a sentence with terms like "what a boss".

[@clueken13]

@@kingjoe3rd 😂😂😂😂

[@mrawesome878]

@@clueken13 you can do anything. Words are a connection to feeling. everyone can express themselves but are limit by words that's why some things can be put into words. listening to other people speak is a great start. and if they are any words you may not understand use a dictionary. focus on learning something everyday and in time you'll become the person you want to be.

[@clueken13]

@@mrawesome878 I sincerely appreciate your response. You’re so kind and so thoughtful…it matters to me and I wish you nothing but the best in this life my friend.

[@antoniomojica212]

You would have to be born in 1940

[@jackmarino4057]

Its so interesting listening to this man talk for himself so many people think they are backed by MLK but he was so serious about his cause! I see no one with the same Passion as he had, he literally gave 💯

[@dalpaengi]

Agreed. Many people downplay just how anti-racist he was. I do think being against racism and anti-racist is different. One requires deliberate choice to stand up and speak out. MLK has been watered down. “I have a dream” is great but he said some things that would rock the boat these days.

[@Kunfucious577]

That’s because he was successful in his cause. He wanted equal opportunity for all and we have that. Activists today, at least in the US, manufacture oppression for selfish reasons.

[@keithbrown3889]

You're absolutely correct 👏 👌 👍 🙌

[@walnettaroberts3567]

Yes this true because he knew that God sees no color but he also saw and experienced oppression and wanted equal opportunity for all humanity

[@wynton921]

King was great, but the greater leader was Malcolm X. He had even more global appeal than King.

[@dennispearson9287]

This is One of The Greatest And Most Comprehensive Interviews Ever Conducted With Doctor King !!!....Hats Off To Mr. Suskind For His Very Insightful And Reverential Interview With This Titan Of American History !!!..

[@terucks]

Very intimate. Such an intelligent leader! Very wise above his years

[@keithbrown3889]

You're right. His mature wisdom was that of a man in his 60's.

[@roundtwo3321]

He attended college at the age of 15.

[@audreyjones203]

For his age he is very mature and talks with confidence. His parents raised him well. I wish he was around today to show younger men how to present themselves in public. One of a kind they broke the mold when he was taken.

[@py20]

What an exceptionally brilliant man! My hero, bar none. Thank you, Dr King, for your selfless leadership and service in the cause of freedom and justice. May your wisdom and legacy continue to inspire us to be and do better to enhance human dignity for all.

[@Brandonthesnifferofall]

Omg why isn’t this more popular!?

[@schelliegris7481]

What I respect so much about this great man is his canniness, his strategic thinking, his deep intellect. Knowing that, as today, people of color and people of white, brown or indigenous need to work together to accomplish the fair, equal and just society.

[@saundramichael7968]

Gris: and the APPROPRIATION outcome?

[@InHisService333]

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[@roundtwo3321]

People of Color includes everyone, except white people, even though white is a color, albeit an absence of color in some units of measurement.

[@davlinchokazinga1993]

A focused speaker he was who clearly knew what he stood for, amazing.

[@mauricehawkins1147]

Right he was getting hit across head all across the country never lifted a finger and fought back, you got to admired him!!

[@ExploreTransit]

His voice has impact on listeners. One the most inspiring and influential person this planet have seen.

[@intoodeepstl314]

It’s a fake voice, dummy

[@ifthen1526]

As a proud Black man from Alabama it's sad to see his message get so manipulated today

[@TheMonteCarlo]

forgive my ignorance, but I want to understand what you mean. how has the message been manipulated? i don't mean this in any accusatory nor derogatory way. just curiosity and wanting to understand more as a southern boy myself.

[@orestodomundo6652]

@@TheMonteCarlo Every message is distorted if you don’t do your research and do it probably

[@joeyjohnson4826]

@@TheMonteCarlo can be summed up with one of his speeches. That a man shall be judged by the content of his character and not the color of his skin the Jews and gentiles and blacks and whites will get along with each other. What is being perpetuated by the civil Rights movement today is not what was perpetuated by the gentleman speaking in the interview ..

[@TheMonteCarlo]

@@orestodomundo6652 That's what i'm doing here, friend. Any further recommendations I'm more than open to.

[@TheMonteCarlo]

@@joeyjohnson4826 Thank you. That's what I've always thought personally but have been afraid of going against the grain being accused of racism when there isn't a drop of that evil in my heart. I was worried you'd have said the same as most "poc" my age. Thank you for your wisdom. I'm going to find and read the speech later today, sir.

[@alexandermonday4196]

This video was so moving and relevant to our time. I felt so connected to history, watching this. Well done, Timeline.

[@loopy7057]

How is it relevant? These people actually had the perils of systemic racism perpetrated against them.

[@alexandermonday4196]

@@loopy7057 From my limited personal perspective, I think their experiences went far beyond systemic racism. The racism was objectively overt and violent. I believe that the video is relevant, in the respect that we see where we came from, as a society. We are also reminded of our friends and neighbors, being bitten by dogs, beaten in the street, and generally abused. I do NOT pretend to have experienced this persecution, but I will try to help other people, with their pain and persecution. Also, Loopy is my sister’s nickname, and you sound just like her. :D When does history become irrelevant? Civil rights, is a battle, that I don’t think we ever stop fighting. Loopy, you are awesome, and I hope our world becomes better. Sincerely, the world needs more kind people.

[@alexandermonday4196]

@@loopy7057 I can’t comprehend the pain of being judged by race, but I know what it’s like to be bullied, arbitrarily. With that said, I hope your life is wonderful. Rock on, Loopy!

[@dexterdextrow7248]

Well, that all depends on your perspective don't it, according to many, history never stops being relevant if appropriately considered and utilised. An assessment I would tend to agree with.

[@alnorth612]

so much respect for Reverend Martin Luther King. He sacrificed his and his familys life so we could have a free world, not just a free United States. The whole world should be grateful to this man

[@evilswissy]

humanity is not free thanks to brainless sheeple like you that do not use your intellect to see through the lies and deception of government and media

[@johnmilligan6605]

It's worrying that so many of the comments on the internet are obviously made by young people with mental health issues I don't think such people existed in Dr King's time in such numbers

[@evilswissy]

@@johnmilligan6605 well, your wrong john. you need to do you own research and come to your own conclusions and stop being mouth fed your intellect by the mainstream narrative

[@eddieokojie5425]

I wish a lot more people will appreciate the leadership provided by great people, with even greater vision, like Dr. King, at the material time they perform such enormously impressive feats, with the courage to face up to the evil establishment of yore, instead of these high-falutin acclamations, with the benefit of hindsight. The trend continues till date. Even with the Black Life Matter (BLM), now. Police selectively harass, humiliate and kill blacks, and all we hear from their shameless apologists is, blacks behave in a manner that threaten law enforcement officers, they are too in a hurry to effect change, there’s no more discrimination - having had Obama occupy the highest office in the land, every life matters and all the hogwash they can summon and spew. So, these glaring terrible atrocities of the police and the criminal justice system can’t be seen by these bigots? And for those who manage to see, they can be justified. Then it becomes obligatory on the part of right thinking people to stand up and against these injustices. And, lo and behold, they are branded with all manner of vile and racist epithets, just as Dr. King and the agitators were in their days. Whereas, the only difference between what the BLM people and leadership are now doing to arouse the world’s attention to these injustices, which is consistent with Dr. King’s campaign, that people now praise, but was condemned then, is, it’s happening now. Many years down the road, these evil, wicked and heartless bigots and/or their ilks will craw out of the wood-work to salute the courage of these visionary and courageous people - old and young, black and white - who refuse to be silent in the face of injustice. Just so to be politically correct!

[@rolexomegaspecialist9411]

@@evilswissy Idealism: that's NOT the world which we live in. Life is FULL of indignities, such as disease and death. Grow a pair of balls, and man-up. The human-condition has ALWAYS been a walking contradiction. The average person lies 10 times a day: your not above ANY of it.

[@debbieramsey-hanks3757]

An important interview then and now.words of. wisdom, everlasting wisdom from Dr. Rev.Martin. Luther King and Mr. David Susskind at a pivotal moment in history , our history and all of the. everlasting ramifications then and now. Amazing interview. Thank you

[@barbarabrown8768]

Thank you David Susskin... Powerful interview with Dr Martin Luther king..I love it when he says,"all men of Goodwill!"..I Truly think, he was before his time..his passion for Justice of mankind..His voice is Captivating ...I can listen to him for hours,!. He speaks to the Soul of Morality and the Principal , first the Beginning The Family !

[@ty.1357]

I agree! Yet I don’t think he was before his time. He was put in the exact time where he was needed the most! But yes well said

[@vipnetworker]

It is amazing to find gems like this on KZbin. Thank you for posting this. 🙏🏻

[@florencelanlenou7278]

Dr. Martin Luther the King Junior was a great man with deep wisdom. May his soul rest in peace. May he pray for us. Amen.

[@jspellie3103]

What a great man the US needs someone like him today.

[@nannettegauchat9140]

Ben Carson, Candice Owen, Larry Elder, Winsome Sears to name a few

[@keithbrown3889]

@@nannettegauchat9140 those persons don't compare to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

[@no1sdad3512]

@@nannettegauchat9140 none of those people rate at all with the likes of Dr. King. What are YOU thinking?

[@roundtwo3321]

@@nannettegauchat9140 Never. They speak for the "Southern Dixiecrats". They are shills.

[@mcooper7542]

What a great civil discussion and open discussion of the situation.

[@ladyzinada5341]

WE LOVE YOU DR. KING. Thankful God gave you a life in the time you lived to bring Justice to Injustices in our Country. We miss you. I Serve your Agency because you Served 1st.😌

[@dad_jokes_4ever226]

Thanks so much for uploading this ... it's great to see a full interview with the great man

[@kasulebriankalule2129]

What an eloquent gentleman with a resolute mind!

[@hoss-lk4bg]

amen and full of faith and positive outlook on tha negro

[@hoss-lk4bg]

and positive outlook for tha negro

[@emmacausey9805]

Some are called to live to die for humankind. This beautiful, intelligent and thoughtful man continues to stir our heart to believe in love.

[@sunmamadress7476]

Truth wasn’t afraid to to pass He said he has seen what our father vision in him a dream when he was awake I love and care about all of us too I was only 5 years old but I always knew something was not right or made any sense to me. Now I realize what I was thinking was correct.

[@domdomjob2959]

Dr King was truly remarkable and one of the greatest men that walked the earth,so eloquent,intelligent and quick witted, no wonder the authorities were not comfortable with him, just like Malcolm. If these men had been alive today, the whole world would treat black folks with much reverence than what’s happening today.

[@ArifuddinMohammed]

It was more difficult for them to debate with Malcolm X. He used to attack with truth. To bring justice by any means necessary is not Violence. "Africans were kidnapped and brought to America", this is not hate teaching this is true. "Blacks are the victims of police brutality", this is not hate teaching this is true. Malcolm X was an obvious reaction to racism. Malcolm X was not hate.

[@curtissmith3196]

Dr King had an amazing way of effectively changing racism and segregation in America. His approach and tactics were world class

[@Eli-qr9hc]

We need more leaders like MLK as role model for the youth, today

[@kevingarris198]

If one were to emerge, hopefully he would be appreciated by his contemporaries rather than in retrospect.

[@garynicholson2931]

Yes

[@eddieokojie5425]

You had him, but he was wasted!

[@mandrrtt9535]

Oh wait that's not what LeBron James is...?

[@SueLyons1]

ones who embrace #halfthesky

[@psafety9355]

I love this interview so much! Susskind's questions, Dr. king's responses, and the level of calm in that room during this discussion were so therapeutic to observe. Just think about it, there were no cellphones, there were no computers to run to for quick facts to make you feel like the smartest person alive, and there were no people feeding information through headsets with hopes of coaching a person through the interview. This is what I call a real discussion, and people today should take notes on how they should conduct themselves in such a discussion. No fast-talking, or the use of unnecessary words to get your point across. Just calculated answers, verifiable facts, and honest opinions. Well done!!!!

[@JonnoPlays]

"There will be no stopping point short of justice, and freedom."

[@ifthen1526]

You already have it

[@grandspringdale1564]

Preach it🤟

[@Msilly52]

We are the people and we are born free....the leaders are the few .... we are the many...freedom belongs to humanity all around the world...it is a God given right...it comes with Freewill....stay united and remember Jesus loves you...

[@Juwanhiddengems]

Are we born with protection from the Caucasian let that sink in

[@InHisService333]

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[@grandspringdale1564]

It's so so sad to think this man's message has been ignored in the modern day by so many people😑

[@MariAlistineMoss]

The part about moderation standing in the way of progress...big eye opener.

[@w.a.m.al-haqq9866]

Thank you for this interview. At 75 years of age, this discussion has aided my thinking and viewpoints.

[@felinefokus]

I am such a fan. I just have no words for the amount of Love he exudes. It was said, "If you could only love enough, you would be the most powerful person in the world"~Emmett Fox I can only aspire to acquire the humility, love, understanding and intellect to name a few that he possesses. King lives on forever and ever giving generations such as me a model to look up to!

[@deloreswillis9224]

Amen

[@xbmpr]

23:02 I love his accent when he says “issue”

[@darlenesmith5086]

Amen

[@aztronomy7457]

Gosh the level of class that people spoke and carried themselves with back then. It may have been worse in many other areas of life, but they sure knew how to orate.

[@judiechamblee9581]

history is very important..love this video..we have come a long way..thank god for what martin luther stood for back then...he was such a deep thinker and talker... thank you...

[@Dominicanbulk]

When free speech was PURE for the intent of honest CHANGE.

[@glockloverblockhugger23]

Can’t imagine fighting for a future i’d never get to see that shows how much he believed in himself & his people the name fit him perfect in the end KING 🤴🏾 man was truly god sent 💙

[@carmel-wayfinder5401]

I love and honor you Sir ...So proud that you are a part of my heritage ⚖️ Rest in power👊🏾

[@twinflowerhare9047]

The content of our character.. The best he ever said.

[@machsimillian14]

But why did he have to say that? He had to say that because that wasn't true at the time. People were being judged by only the color of their skin. The ideal would be his statement or his charge. That still isn't the case today, and when the far-right takes his words out of context to try and suggest that we are in some post-racial society while they push voter-suppressing tactics motivated mostly by the color of the skin of their voters, it's almost pathological in nature.

[@no1sdad3512]

Many speeches in which he said greater things than that. Please read MORE by the Rev. Dr. King.

[@hoss-lk4bg]

explain

[@tweezee]

"The Greatest among you will be a servant." Jesus

[@tomrhodes1629]

Yes, he who would be greatest amongst you would be servant to all. "The Book of GOD" at A Course in Truth - GOD serves up the full meal deal. Elijah has returned, as prophesied...

[@ladyzinada5341]

🤗🥰

[@deflategate1297]

How can I be a servant of God gave me free will

[@MaximumSunlite]

@@tomrhodes1629 👀

[@JonnoPlays]

It's so nice to see the full program with no cuts. Great work Timeline channel.

[@JonnoPlays]

Take a personal challenge and watch the entire program. It's really worth it.

[@fredrickadeny5874]

@@JonnoPlays ààppl

[@timishere1925]

@@fredrickadeny5874 Say again?

[@acerrome9672]

There are No More Journo's Exist like this in Our this modern Times.

[@leitasmith6562]

52:39 cut!!!!!!

[@marcusvaughn7019]

MLK, one of the greatest Americans. I think he would be shocked at where things have recently changed in the US. I love him dearly and always will.

[@kevingarris198]

He would be shocked at your characterization of him as "one of the greatest Americans", given the disdain his American contemporaries had for him.

[@marcusvaughn7019]

@@kevingarris198 Perhaps you're correct on some level, he certainly had his share of enemies, from J. Edgar Hover, to the Dixiecrats in the deep South. However, I believe he was already seeing minor changes in the nation concerning race relations just prior to his death in 1968. What a shame he did not live long enough to see a black man elected for two terms as US President in just a little under 40 years later.

[@user-ih2xs4mk6t]

Both gentlemen with their broad minded interview elucidated the humanity at the highest order. Thanks a lot. Dr. Jayantha Pathirana from Sri Lanka

[@leonnehaaijman4709]

He made so much sense …

[@wilgraham4476]

His words are so prophetic 58 yrs ago.

[@mcooper7542]

My right wing parents always told me that MLK was a great man. This interview is a perfect example of his wisdom and great leadership.

[@shakiMiki]

It took his murder for white right wingers to say that. He was reviled & harassed during his life. Probably by people like them.

[@quincybell5835]

What difference it makes that u are lifts wing depends how or what you think about black people MLK was saying we are the same no matter what

[@antoinesmith8849]

All right wingers hated him and said he was a troublemaker. It was only 20 years later when he was long gone that history was rewritten and he was "admired"

[@jermaineshaw4750]

One of the most brilliant men that the United States, no the world, has produced. The world is a better place because Dr. King lived.

[@LuzMaria95]

His words are still relevant today. I’m glad this video is available on this channel.

[@MossChopsMan]

During the Second World War, people living in Wales, United Kindom would rarely see a black person. My mother told me a story of which I am very proud of the people in my town back then. The Americans stationed here decided where their whites would drink and other places like theatres and cafe's and blacks could only drink in one pub and not go to the other places, reserved for whites. The mood amoung the locals was one of outrage. How dare the American whites bring their segregation rules to our town! The locals refused to be told what to do in their own town. They made the black Americans very welcome, much to the annoyance of the white Americans. Today, this interview with Rev Martin Luther King reminded me of the 'goodwill' people he talks about. God bless this man and others who follow in his footsteps

[@tombasye1016]

This Is Great TimeLine Channel To Hear Martin Luther King Jr. And All He Shared With Everyone For Us To Hear Around The World.

[@gordonslater7433]

Most Excellent!!! History is thrilling and what an amazing time and a courageous man during the time this took place Thank You Timeline for the reminder of this period in our history and how far we have traveled Good Great Man was Dr. King

[@eddieokojie5425]

The world is a cruel and evil place! After murdering you, they praise and quote you. There’s no end to their perfidy!

[@chestercrow1440]

Martin Luther King was and is a great man long after his death

[@lalonguecarabine4952]

"I am convinced more now than ever that non violent resistance is the most potent weapon for people who are oppressed in their struggle for freedom and justice".

[@garynicholson2931]

This has been demonstrated through Gandhi, MLK John. Lennon and many others. Yes I agree.

[@pgrothschild]

@@garynicholson2931 Jesus Christ, Cesar Chavez, late Malcolm X, most animal activists today take the same approach also.

[@machsimillian14]

Yet at the same time he understood the rage and militant resistance of the oppressed and critiqued those who were the oppressors of expecting the oppressed to remain nonviolent or to dictate to them how they were expected to make their grievances known. He didn't support violence, yet he didn't condemn it either, he merely stated that it would most likely distract from the cause of the protest, and complicate the cause.

[@RELNY77]

Dr. King is the clear definition of “righteous intent.” Brilliant man. He was one of the important American mentors. Love the the tone and high regard Susskind has with him the Rev. May g-d return the Reverend’s soul into humanity for a blessing to solve all problems. His demeanor and wisdom is so powerful

[@carmelmacklin6263]

This man is amazing! His is so smart and savvy with his responses. Great interview. He doesn't let the interviewer pit him against other black leaders in the movement that have different tactics or view points. He states he doest want to misrepresent or judge them, although he may disagree with them. I laughed aloud when he spoke about white men who believe in segregation by day, but integration by night. Many have fathered black children.

[@simondilling5353]

That comment made me laugh too and he had the same serious look on his face when he said it. It is a serious matter, but the manner in which he said it was funny and also excellent because it reveals the absurdity of that behaviour.

[@m.pearce3273]

A fascinating Historical David Susskind interview. We in the COVID lockdown could learn a great deal from Dr Martin Luther King's Struggle for Human Rights

[@scienceandmatter8739]

Nah wie could not.,i AS a German in Germany am disgusted and SCHOCKED that REAL KONZENTRATIONSLAGER ARE OPERATING AGAIN! MAKING PRODUCTS FOR NIKES AND BOSSES ETC

[@BlueHopi144]

Human rights are being stripped from citizens by a very manipulated Plandemic or Agenda 21 dictatorship . Its clear as day except for the people listening to the false narratives by the TV News . This time i think we will succeed at making our rights respected ( Common Law especially )

[@m.pearce3273]

@@BlueHopi144 I think that you ate right on the point on my first post. My only fear is to few of us in the Real Known

[@oneelrockwell79]

There will be a greater sickness and then more strict Mandates. These future mandates if not followed, The government give permission to the military, to go too the homes of these people in the middle of the night. And take people too prepared fema zones or camps. If you comes across places that are being built in particular areas, But these areas are miles aways from large populated areas. Then you witnessing the creation of such a place, were there is no freedom but only tyranny and heavy surveillance. You that are for these mandates are for your own freedom too be token away. Only the true King of Kings 🙏can save you now.

[@BlueHopi144]

@@m.pearce3273 the growing number of awakened souls is climbing exponentially so we should not fear not being enough to breakdown that outdated system and its puppets . I firmly feel we have already put them in a fear state actually ....they are desperate and making too many mistakes that will bring them to International Courts soon or later ( by the end of next year ) .

[@dakotashea3561]

He'd be so disappointed in how far we've fallen since his death

[@TheWinterShadow]

That comment is 100 percent on point.

[@ladaca-yi1xm]

Since his murder.

[@dakotashea3561]

@@ladaca-yi1xm murder is a cause of death but thanks for incorrecting me xD

[@ElleCee62978]

He was an incredible man.

[@thejtrax]

Southern, well-spoken, educated, pleasantly voiced, bold, and calm.

[@vp-oe1em]

And murdered by hate

[@astrospect]

Whoopity doo. Its not like thats surprising. Nice random laundry list though.

[@thejtrax]

@@astrospect was that necessary?

[@astrospect]

@@thejtrax about as necessary as your comment I think. That is to say, neither were necessary.

[@thejtrax]

@@astrospect You're a bored troll.

[@thebiblesaid]

This great interview: full of wisdom. God bless his soul ✨

[@racky2227]

He was a truly brilliant man!

[@hoss-lk4bg]

suskind or tha negro

[@tombasye1016]

That Was One Of The Most Interesting Talking Points In Every Avenue Possible, From The Great Martin Luther King Jr. Anyone Today Should Listen To Them Both Talk For Over An Hour In A Half, Especially What Is Currently Going On In Our Beautiful United States Of America. 🤔

[@teresaferrer4748]

This is when KZbin shines!

[@andrewrobinson2565]

This is audio-visual gold 🏆.

[@richardhausig9493]

He was a great man.

[@barryterry6743]

RESPECT RESPECT RESPECT🙏i Salute Dr MLK

[@BarbieKP]

I am also convinced as David Susskind said Martin Luther King absolutely was a great man. We suffered a great loss upon his assignation. We could greatly benefit from real discussions like this with great minded individuals being allowed to explain the practical realities and common sense methods of achieving the much desired goal of racial equality. Unfortunately it seems at the moment great people are barred by every means possible from coming forward and the voice of reason is censored away and squelched by most well know media and plat forms. It doesn't mean they aren't around. Its just we have to work harder to be able to hear the wisdoms they have to share. I often think of how dismayed Rev. KIng would be if he cold see the horrific state of things as they are. Where the authorities and the loudest now franticly: insist, promote, cause, encourage project, & etc... as much division at they possibly can. The only remedy available to regular people is a constant dose of discernment and wisdom provided directly from a close walk with God through knowing Jesus

[@nannettegauchat9140]

Amen, couldn't agree more.

[@sylviaanderson704]

Thank you James most haters are self haters

[@henriomoeje8741]

As much as speeches were effective and powerful, he knew the enormous effectiveness and far reaching hand of the news media. Calm, collected, purposeful and eloquent in dissecting the hypocrisy of the American state.

[@NaturalT-qu2if]

Thank you so much for sharing this, wow! I am so grateful for what Dr. King did for us all Glory to God! Tears😍

[@lordcron]

What gets lost is that this was a man who wanted to just be a preacher of a small church and preach the word of the lord.... He (like all the others) never sat out to be a "Civil Rights Leader." To all the racists who claim they couldn't stand him, YOU CREATED HIM!!! All you had to do is be fair and decent. You know what he was fighting for?!.... Not some kind of "Super Human" rights but rather his "Basic Human Rights!" That's it! All they had to do was let people live like basic everyday humans and they couldn't even do that!

[@antman5972]

If Lincoln hadn't been assassinated, reconstruction would have continued Dr. King like you said would have been just an associate pastor in his father church. Lincoln made America own every word of the Constitution and Declaration of Independence if we were to a true democracy. Dr. King continued where Lincoln had been stopped.

[@Titan_Alex_007]

The elegance to which MLK answers question is magnificent. One can also note he never speaks ill of any black man

[@tonybaker2968]

The greatest American of my lifetime, and I'm seventy-three

[@mauricehawkins1147]

Definitely the top 5 most important Americans of all times

[@clintonjameshuddleston-apo9385]

I agree. And he despised violence

[@nenaaa1444]

A much needed message for today every wise person should watch listen and learn. History can't be erased or temade only fools would dare try to.

[@lorenzowere9433]

even this peaceful man was killed for just wanting to be treated as person...thats how hardcore racist America is

[@bkkbound]

A time when questions were intelligent and responses coherent and heard with respect .. the bickering sound bite interviews we see now offer nothing to intelligent discourse and debate.

[@lakeshagadson357]

i really love listening to people like dr king and maya angelo.

[@goat1408]

1954...year my dad was born....my cousin who died last year (2021) was less than a month old when this aired....I was born a dozen years after King was killed and now older than he was....and we still in the struggle...

[@redbarchetta8782]

Thank you for this.

[@bz988]

😍😍😍 he was ssssooooo handsome!

[@uvic4027]

Dr. King was just amazing. I wish he were still here.

[@senisalami5204]

I was 20years old when MLK was assisinated in US. He was a great civil rights leader, full of wisdom, knowledge and understanding of political issues especially black racial discrimination confronting the USA. A true and trusted black leader that will remain evergreen in our memories when writing the history of world leaders.

[@friendswitdadealer]

Great podcast. Can't wait for next week's episode.

[@choppergirl]

Before I watched this, the main question on my mind was "So what's the verdict, did he write his own speeches?" By 3 minutes in I wa like, oh yes, there's no doubt, unless otherwise noted in history, he wrote his own speeches. He's intelligent, he's got stuff to say, he can say it eloquently, and he knows how to say it. A person like this... writes their own speeches, or elucidates the core of what they are trying to communicate extemporaneously on the spot.

[@r.j1221]

He was considered a child prodigy. He graduated college at 18 i believe

[@CJu15]

I wonder why you would even ponder that?

[@choppergirl]

@@CJu15 Because I had heard someone else had written the I have a dream essay and mailed it to or given it to him and he had used or modified it...

[@lorebay2593]

??? Never doubted!

[@roundtwo3321]

Why is this an important issue for you?

[@ggsglamourcreationsaka-glo6580]

This interview was so good, such peace and calmness shown by Dr. King. He had such great passion, I personally are so grateful and proud to be a part of Dr. King’s race. We need more leaders like him. Thank you Dr. King.

[@lboog7778]

The eloquent poise, precision and intention of his words are second to NONE! This man is calmly screaming,"Can't We All Just Get Along." Disarming all opposition through a balanced breakdown of reality, that will act as a mirror to all that are in range of the reflection of his voice. Simply put, in my MLK voice "Treat others as you would want to be treated..."