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What role did Coretta take on after her husband's assassination?

  • Leadership of civil rights struggle

  • Run for political office

  • Retreat from public life

  • Start a new movement

Answer

Coretta Scott King stepped into a prominent leadership role within the civil rights movement following the assassination of her husband, Martin Luther King Jr. She tirelessly advocated for racial justice, economic equality, and women's rights, carrying forward the legacy of her husband's nonviolent resistance. Coretta's unwavering dedication and influence left an indelible mark on the fight for civil rights in the United States.
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