Martin Luther King Jr. made important choices in his fight for civil rights, and his belief in nonviolence caused some disagreements within the movement.

1. Nonviolent Approach:

   • King believed that staying peaceful was a strong way to protest.
   • However, many activists thought that being peaceful didn’t work against the violence they faced every day.
   • Groups like the Black Panther Party and other more radical activists often criticized King's methods. They believed in defending themselves and using stronger approaches.

2. Allegiance to Institutions:

   • King supported traditional political and religious groups.
   • This sometimes pushed away younger activists who wanted bigger changes.
   • Because of this, there became a gap between the older and younger activists, causing different ideas and plans to form.

3. Mainstream Appeal:

   • King's focus on working with the mainstream and aiming for integration was seen by some as a way of giving up on the fight for true equality.
   • This led to more divides between different groups in the movement.

To fix these divisions, it’s important for everyone to talk and share ideas about different ways to fight for civil rights. Recognizing the value in each approach can help lead to a common goal.