Steven S. Rogers - Why? (The King of Love Is Dead) by Gene Taylor

The transcript discusses a poem written by Gene Taylor shortly after Martin Luther King's assassination. The poem, later turned into a song by Nina Simone, reflects on themes of peace, love, and the enduring message of MLK. It questions the nature of violence and the impact of MLK's death on society.

Who wrote the poem that was turned into a song by Nina Simone?

What message did the man of humble birth preach?

How does the poem reflect the ideals of peace and love?

What feelings does the poem express regarding violence and its perpetrators?

What does the poem suggest about the fate of Doctor Martin Luther King?