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
Keeping the dream alive: Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy in Charleston
Charleston celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a family-focused event at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center in Charelston, West Virginia on Jan. 20, 2025. Hosted by The Charleston-Institute Chapter of The Links,
‘His dream is slowly becoming a nightmare’: Springfield honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Inauguration Day
SPRINGFIELD — In the annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., speakers called for action — not symbolic gestures — to bring economic justice, good schools and political fairness to everyone.
Oklahoma City leaders celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day by engaging young people in learning about his life and legacy.
The Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday has been observed now for 39 years — the same length as King’s life. At the time of the first celebration in 1986, M. Carl Holman, president of the ...
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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