The Promise and the Dream

In The Promise and the Dream, journalist David Margolick delves into the intricate and evolving relationship between Martin Luther King, Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy, two pivotal figures in the struggle for civil rights. With their assassinations occurring just 62 days apart in 1968, Margolick reveals the complexities of their bond, marked by mutual support, tension, and admiration, through original interviews, oral histories, and previously unreleased documents. This exploration not only sheds light on their shared commitment to effecting change but also offers insight into the ongoing challenges of race relations in contemporary America.