Civil Rights: Jackie Robinson

Although Jackie Robinson was a huge figure in the civil rights movement, I do not believe he deserves to be ranked as the greatest. Had it not been for the head coach of the Dodgers, Ricky, Robinson would not have been nearly as prominent in society. Ricky raised Robinson's social standings and escalated him to where he was only popular because of his career. Whereas, people like Martin Luther King Jr., took it upon themselves to let their voices be heard. Which is why I believe, although Robinson was a very important part of the civil rights movement, he should not necessarily be considered the greatest ranked civil rights leader.