"What Would Martin Say?" by Clarence Jones. A MUST READ!

[Steven Budlong]

Several years ago I had the privilege of meeting Clarence Jones. I was working on a tribute film for the man who had hired him back in the 1960's for his Wall Street firm. That made Clarence the first African American to become an affiliate member of the New York Stock Exchange.Over an eight year period Clarence had also been the lawyer and speech writer for the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.. Clarence wrote the first seven paragraphs of the "I Have a Dream" speech. He also shaped the Civil Rights Movement in ways he has never discussed. No more. What he says will surprise you. He argues that as his lawyer and writer and close friend he has the right to answer the question still asked of him every day, "What Would Martin Say?" Clarence also believes that issues must subordinate themselves to principles. King's principles were shaped by The Word, built on the non-violent teachings of Christ, and proven viable in the world by Ghandi.I am working on a film with Clarence. It is important and vital. Please keep it in your prayers. In the meantime, pick up a copy of "What Would Martin Say?" Read it before the elections. It may help you see things about what is going on in our nation.

[Steven Budlong]

Clarence is remarkable. You would think after all these years his politics would fall lock step with Jesse Jackson and others. But he is a Maverick, always going back to Martin's meaning and intent, so much of which is simple, plain and honest scriptural insight. He was under a lot of pressure from the Obama camp for an endorsement, but to date has refused. Like Martin, he would not lend his name or words to the ambitions of men, no matter how much he may have liked or how more politically expedient his cause would have been. He also speaks like he writes. He has a way with truth that flies like a two edged sword. It is really a privilege to be in his presence. Hopefully others will read this book. It casts an interesting light over the ongoing conflicts, both social and spiritual, in our society. The problem with our media is people want entertainment, not knowledge. Sad really. They will watch SNL to watch Palin buffooned, rather than watch the debate itself. All I can say is the Lord reward them all according to their works.

[John Richeson]

Sounds like a good read. I'll look for it.