Roland Martin : Southern Christian Leadership Conference a towering civil rights group . But , he says , it 's been riven by infighting in recent years that has hurt its ability to do its work . He says incoming CEO is promising , but squabbling board of directors detracts . Martin : It is a severe stain on the life and legacy of King and the many others who stood with him during the darkest hours . The Southern Baptist Convention was founded as an organization for white Christians who wanted the right to own slaves and preach racial segregation.
Roland Martin : Southern Christian Leadership Conference a towering civil rights group . But , he says , it 's been riven by infighting in recent years that has hurt its ability to do its work . He says incoming CEO is promising , but squabbling board of directors detracts . Martin : The Southern Baptist Convention was founded as an organization for white Christians who wanted the right to own slaves and preach racial segregation.