CSRD: William C. Powers Jr. Speaker Series: Brandon Terry on MLK’s Legacy in Policy and Practice: Advancing Justice in the 21st Century

MLK’s Legacy in Policy and Practice: Advancing Justice in the 21st Century

Join Brandon M. Terry, Harvard professor and leading scholar of African American political thought, for a thought-provoking discussion on Martin Luther King Jr.’s enduring influence on policy and public life. As co-editor of To Shape a New World: Essays on the Political Philosophy of Martin Luther King, Jr., Terry explores how King’s ideas on democracy, justice, and moral leadership remain deeply relevant in today’s political landscape.

This conversation will examine how King’s vision can inform contemporary policy debates on policing, incarceration, and social justice. Drawing from his extensive scholarship and public engagement, Terry will offer insights into the challenges and opportunities of translating King’s philosophy into meaningful action in the 21st century. Guided by the dynamic moderation of Dr. Peniel Joseph.

This program is presented by the Center for the Study of Race and Democracy as part of the William C. Powers Speaker Series.