Questions:
1) According to MLK Jr, what is the purpose and effectiveness of nonviolent action (civil disobedience)?
2) How do MLK Jr’s views parallel those of Thoreau?
Seminar Prep Questions:
1) Do you agree with Thoreau’s philosophy of "Civil Disobedience"? Why or why not?
2) Is “Civil Disobedience” a sound method for promoting social change? In what ways is it effective? What are its flaws? Is there a better way?
3) Do the current protests qualify as “Civil Disobedience”? What would Thoreau say to the current protesters?