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Backs Against the Wall: The Howard Thurman Story
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Howard Thurman — 2021
Backs Against the Wall: The Howard Thurman Story explores the extraordinary life and legacy of one of the most important religious figures of the 20th century. See more...
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Backs Against the Wall: The Howard Thurman Story explores the extraordinary life and legacy of one of the most important religious figures of the 20th century. Thurman was a prolific writer, celebrated preacher and recognized by Martin Luther King, Jr as the “spiritual foundation” for the Civil Rights Movement. Starring Keith David, Martin Doblmeier, Walter Earl Fluker, Jesse Jackson
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