Martin Luther King Jr. 'Knew That His Own Government Was Out to Destroy Him.' Here's What Helped Him Persevere
NPR’s ‘Book of the Day’ podcast Martin Luther King Jr. didn’t originally set out to become a civil rights activist, according to his biographer. On a Jan. 3 episode of NPR’s Book of the Day podcast, Jonathan Eig,
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.
Civil rights activists call for action as King holiday and inauguration fall on same day
In a rare happening, the King holiday falls on the same day as the presidential inauguration. Activists vow to continue the fight for civil rights.
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Breaking all the rules: A look at Martin Luther King ‘the troublemaker’
Explore the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as a 'good troublemaker' who fought for civil rights and justice. Learn about his impact and the ongoing struggle for equality.
Rev. Robin Scott-King on honoring the legacy of her uncle, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
The MLK parade in Newport News featured a special guest appearance by Dr. King’s niece, Rev. Robin Scott-King, who shared the principles by which her uncle lived.
5 Great Martin Luther King Jr. Documentaries That Explore Different Aspects Of His Life And Work
Originally released on home video, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: A Historical Perspective follows a more traditional approach to documentary filmmaking. Narrated by The Transformers voice actor Arthur Burghardt, we see some never-before-scene footage of Dr. King and elements of his life that weren’t covered in the previous documentaries.
With Inauguration Day on MLK Day, King’s Family Reflect on His Legacy
Sitting in his Atlanta home office with his wife and fellow civil rights activist Arndrea Waters King, Martin Luther King III can’t help but reflect on a deep irony: Martin Luther King Jr. Day coincides with the second presidential inauguration of Donald Trump on Jan.
This Charleston teacher inspired Martin Luther King Jr.
Tributes across the nation will honor Martin Luther King Jr., a man who inspired many. But who inspired him? It was Charleston SC educator Septima P. Clark.
We must resurrect the true ideals of Dr. King this MLK Day as we inaugurate a new president
Donna Brazile makes sense of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy as President Biden leaves office and President Trump takes office yet again.
5 Martin Luther King, Jr. movies to watch to honor the civil rights leader
You've no doubt seen countless historical footage of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. over the decades, but you can better get to know the man behind the movement in this Emmy-winning 2018 HBO documentary, which follows the visionary leader in the final two years of his life via never-before-seen footage and interviews with those closest to King.
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EMU honors legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Eastern Mennonite University paused Monday to honor the dream of Martin Luther King Jr. during its eighth annual MLK celebration.
Massachusetts cities and towns plan public events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
From breakfasts, to food drives, to service projects, Massachusetts communities this weekend will celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.