Similarities Between Selma And Ferguson

While there are many similarities between Selma and Ferguson, there are also some key differences. First, Selma protests were about voting rights, and Ferguson is about police brutality against African Americans. Also, Selma protests were peaceful, while the Ferguson protests resulted in a lot of violence and destruction. The Selma March also had support from the president, while the violent riots after Ferguson did not receive this support. Also, through the use of social media, especially Twitter, the Ferguson protests and “Black Lives Matter” campaign was able to catch on very quickly, while Selma had to wait to be seen on television to gain support. Finally, Martin Luther King was the leader of Selma and the figurehead of civil rights in