He continued to be a radical even after the calamity of King’s death
The death of Martin Luther King Jr. was a watershed moment in American history. For his detractors, it was a chance to take a rest, if not to congratulate themselves.
For those who fought with King, it was a disheartening juncture that dared them to choose between marching on or surrendering to the fear and weakness.
Belafonte was one of those who marched on. He continued to leverage his star power to align himself with politicians and causes that demanded justice for all.
