History of Color – Ep. 22 – The Last Months of MLK, Part 2
Allegra and Mariano discuss the second part of a look into what Martin Luther King was up to before he was assassinated and how his ideas have reflected contemporary society.
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Host, HISTORY OF COLOR & TV ATE MY BRAIN I am a mother, wife and current nursing student as well as life student. I've packed many experiences into my life and am looking forward to more. I love writing, science fiction (particularly A.I. driven stories) as well as pop culture and history. I have a passion for good and for timeless style. I always look to have my ideals challenged and to meet people that have different life experiences and points of view.
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