Stanley David Levison | |
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| Born | May 2, 1912 |
| Died | September 12, 1979 (aged 67) |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | St. John's University University of Michigan |
| Occupation(s) | Businessman, lawyer |
| Known for | March on Washington Poor People's Campaign |
| Spouse | Beatrice Merkin Levison |
| Children | Andrew Levison |
| Parent(s) | Harry Dudley Levison Esther Kirstein Levison |
Stanley David Levison (May 2, 1912 – September 12, 1979) was an American businessman and lawyer who became a lifelong activist in socialist causes. He is best known as an advisor to and close friend of Martin Luther King Jr., for whom he helped write speeches, raise funds, and organize events.