The long struggle to establish Martin Luther King Jr. Day
It was first proposed four days after King's 1968 assassination outside a Memphis motel. It took 15 years until it became a federal holiday.
Dear Annie: Thoughts for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Election Day
“With malice toward none, with charity for all, with firmness in the right, as God gives us to see the right, let us strive on to finish the work we are in, to bind up the nation’s wounds.” -- Abraham Lincoln, March 4, 1865.
32 things you may not know about Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr., a reverend and civil-rights activist, was assassinated at 39. However, he inspired several movements and political changes.
MLK Day: The long struggle to establish the federal holiday
For some, the holiday is just that — time off from work or school. But, King’s family and others carrying on his legacy of equality, justice and non-violent protest want Americans to remember that thi
60+ Years Later: Watch Martin Luther King, Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' Speech in Its Entirety
Related: Remembering Martin Luther King, Jr. With 30 Fascinating Facts About the Civil Rights Icon Over 250,000 supporters gathered at the Lincoln Memorial over 60 years ago, where King spoke those powerful,
How Memphis Grizzlies players have embraced Martin Luther King Jr.'s significance
Several Memphis Grizzlies players have been introduced to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in different ways through their varied upbringings.
What's open and closed in Oregon on Martin Luther King Jr. Day? See the list
As people prepare to celebrate Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, here’s what to know about what’s open and closed on MLK Day in Oregon.
Inauguration and MLK Day overlap for the third time ever; When has this happened before?
For the third time in U.S. history, Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Inauguration Day will both be held on the same day.
What’s open, closed on MLK Day and Inauguration Day
Monday, January 20, commemorates the birthday of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. This year, the holiday coincides with President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, though the majority of business closures will be for MLK Day.
What is MLK Day? What to know about the federal holiday to honor Martin Luther King Jr.
The life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will once again be celebrated and honored Monday in events around the nation.
What's open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Texas? Supermarkets, banks, more
Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday on which many people, including students, are off. It's also a day when many may reflect on the civil rights leader and his famous "I Have a Dream" speech.
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Before Washington: MLK’s famous ‘I Have a Dream’ speech debuted in Detroit
I Have a Dream” — on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial as part of the March on Washington on Aug. 28, 1963. But his D.C.
White Plains collector has MLK 'Dream' speech draft. Why the dream isn't in it
White Plains collector Seth Kaller has an original copy of MLK's "I Have a Dream" speech, which doesn't mention the dream.
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A Shared Dream: MLK and the Latino Civil Rights Movement
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Helene showed MLK Jr.'s dream 'can be fulfilled': WNC leaders, Gov. Stein in prayer breakfast
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Students write about equality, hope, calls to action in Martin Luther King Jr. essay contest
Students across Greater Lansing had an opportunity to write about Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have A Dream' speech and his ...
'I am the dream': FAMU interim President Timothy Beard gives address at MLK celebration
During Beard’s speech, he highlighted nonviolence, unity and love as three critical components that King strongly stood for.
Dallas ISD students keep Dr. King's dream alive in MLK Oratory Competition
Eight Dallas ISD students were selected to answer the question, “What would Dr. King tell us about our responsibility as citizens and leaders in America today?” “I am the dream,” one 4th grader said ...
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MLK holiday experienced growing pains
The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. gave his iconic “I Have a Dream” speech in 1963 on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. He ...