Martin Luther King Jr.: How He Rose as a National Media Figure
More than 50 years after he died at age 39 from an assassin’s bullet, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. endures as one of the most influential and recognizable figures in American history. His rise from the pulpit of the Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta to his groundbreaking work as a founder and leader
Who was Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.? What to know about the civil rights leader.
"While others were advocating for freedom by 'any means necessary,' including violence, Martin Luther King Jr. used the power of words and acts of nonviolent resistance, such as protests, grassroots organizing, and civil disobedience to achieve seemingly impossible goals," according to The King Center.
Charleston celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a family-focused event at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center ...
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Today's local leaders expressed defiance toward Trump, while young speakers at the Columbus celebration spoke in hopeful ...
SPRINGFIELD — In the annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., speakers called for action — not symbolic gestures — ...
His hope for humanity was racial equality, his goal was to see an end to injustice and his purpose was to ensure his dream ...
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The breakfast, held annually on MLK day, honors the memory and legacy of Dr. King as well as the work of Reverend Jackson.
Oklahoma City leaders celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day by engaging young people in learning about his life and legacy.
Dr. Bernice A. King is currently the CEO of the Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change. She'll speak at ...
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