Non-violence vs. Self-defense: King’s commitment to non-violence sharply contrasted Malcolm X’s endorsement of self-defense.
Integration vs. Separatism: Where King envisioned a united society, Malcolm X, especially in his early years, supported Black separatism.
Legislative vs. Grassroots: Johnson, from his presidential perch, affected change through laws. In stark contrast, King and Malcolm X mobilised grassroots movements, driving change from the ground up.