Martin Luther King Jr. Day: When did it become a holiday? What to know about his assassination
Every year we honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. in January. Here's everything you need to know about the holiday.
A look back on The Tennessean’s coverage of Martin Luther King Jr.
From being a preacher in an Atlanta Baptist church to one of the most quoted Civil Rights leaders, Martin Luther King Jr.’s ...
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Tyler museum honors MLK's legacy with CommUNITY Empowerment Awards
Community members in Tyler honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King with performances, awards and a focus on ...
It’s easier to celebrate a dead MLK than face the injustice that shaped him | Opinion
Every year the nation pauses, reflects and commemorates the impact and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. In truth, King's life was very complex.
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Civil rights advisor Bayard Rustin helped inform Martin Luther King Jr.’s ‘dream’
His name has gained wider recognition in more recent decades, but civil rights activist and organizer Bayard Rustin has long deserved a much more respected place in the history of the Civil Rights ...
5 Great Martin Luther King Jr. Documentaries That Explore Different Aspects Of His Life And Work
Martin Luther King Jr.’s courage, hope, and determined commitment to end segregation is why he’s one of the most influential ...
What MLK knew that today’s progressives keep forgetting
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s social justice movement was facing overwhelming obstacles, including a White backlash to Black ...
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How would Martin Luther King Jr. feel if he were alive today? Local leaders weigh in
For some local leaders, this Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a time for reflecting and honoring the legacies of impactful elders who came before them.
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MLK’s ‘beloved community’ has inspired social justice work for decades − what did he mean?
Discover the origins and meaning of Martin Luther King Jr.'s beloved community concept. Learn how it has inspired social justice work for decades.
Opinion: If Martin Luther King Jr. were alive, how would he have approached the Trump era?
The president-elect's inauguration takes place on the holiday honoring the civil rights leader, prompting us to consider how ...
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The long struggle to establish Martin Luther King Jr. Day
By TERRY TANG Associated Press The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. gave his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech in 1963 on the steps ...