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Dr. King's adoption of these causes is not surprising, given his belief that the freedom of blacks is inextricably tied to the universal right of all groups to live in peace, free from dis- crimination and oppression. This belief, exemplified by Dr. King's extraordinary lead- ership, was instrumental in shaping the dose relationship between blacks and Jews that developed during the King years, a relationship that in- cluded cooperation in cam- paigns to end discrimination in employment and housing and to improve educational oppor- tunities. Now, in1994, we are mindful that a far more attenuated re- lationship has come into being. It is caused in part by anti-Se- mitic comments from several prominent blacks and exacer- bated by substantive disagree- ments in such areas as the admissions policies of profes- sional schools. What of the future? As we ponder the message of Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and work, it is useful to recall that 10 years ago this month, Congress enacted a law that encouraged "appropriate ceremonies and ac- tivities" in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Surely, one important activ- ity would be for Jews and blacks to acknowledge our disagree- ments, while cooperating on is- sues on which a shared outlook exists. Such cooperation is like- ly to bring us closer to the re- alization of Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream, the enduring dream that all Americans of good faith share. Martin Hochbaum is director of national affairs for the American Jewish Congress. Floor Sample Sale SATURDAY, JANUARY 15 9 AM-5 PM SAMPLE SALE AREAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Showrooms Closed, but lighted for your window viewing. MICHIGAN DESIGN CENTER, the resource marketplace for the interior design profession, is home to 40 showrooms offering extraordinary home furnishings by the most sought-after names in the business. 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