I believe evidence when it is produced. EVIDENCE. Not something somebody said or maybe saw 50 years ago. Especially when that someone (an Alabama State Trooper) is trying to cover his own ass by making the other side look bad.
Jesse Jackson is a race hustler. Al Sharpton is a race hustler. John Lewis is a present day race hustler. But those marching back in the 60’s had legitimate grievances. And anyone who doesn’t see that is living in denial.
What isn’t in dispute is that events of generations ago are being used for not only political advantage, not only to dismantle our society and its liberties today, but by a few to foment violent race hatred on a scale not dreamed of by some Alabama state trooper back in 1965.
Please note that I took the apostrophe out of your "60's". "60's" shows possession. "60s" pluralizes, which is the desired outcome. I'm not trying to be snotty or snippy. I'm simply trying to help you. That same thing has embarrassed me more than once. ;-)
You have not heard me say that anyone did not have legitimate grievances nor have you asked that question. It seems to me that they went about it wrongly. History, again, has proven that the Alabama state trooper's words carry more weight and seem more legitimate than the words of the race hustlers. The bottom line is that MLK was the first 'race hustler', although with good intentions, ideals and he meant well. $hakedown Je$$e, Race-Hustler Sharpton, Obemba, Holder, et al, are riding his coattails.
My favorite MLK quote is about judging the content of one's character rather than the color of his skin. Although his private life was 'questionable'/'dubious' at best.