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The Meeting (play)

"The Meeting" is a theatrical play set during the 1960s, portraying a fictional conversation between two historical figures, Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr., who were influential leaders in the Civil Rights Movement. Through a tense and thought-provoking dialogue, the play explores their differing approaches to achieving racial equality—Malcolm X's more radical stance versus Martin Luther King's nonviolent methods. It examines themes of leadership, identity, and social change, highlighting the complexities and moral debates within the fight for civil rights. The play invites reflection on how conflicting perspectives can contribute to collective progress.