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Today Honors Civil Rights Leader Martin Luther King Jr

Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday of January, honoring the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr. Was a prominent civil rights leader known for his campaigns to end racial segregation and promote racial equality in the United States.
The holiday was established in 1983 following support from musician Stevie Wonder and a petition with six million signatures.
The first observance of Martin Luther King Day occurred in 1986, but it was not recognized in all states until the year 2000.

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Iconic Photos Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Civil Rights Legacy

Outside the opening session of the 1960 Republican National Convention, an orderly crowd of demonstrators (including Martin Luther King, Jr., being interviewed at left) urges the party to adopt a strong civil rights platform. | Source: Bettmann / Getty UPDATED: 10:30 a.m., Jan. 20, 2025: The annual observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday that is celebrated on the third Monday of January. What better way in 2025 to remem…

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Martin Luther King Jr.: How the Civil Rights Leader Emerged 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 […]

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Paterson honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with new statue where he gave sermon in 1968

Mayor Andre Sayegh and local pastors will lead the event, which highlights Dr. King’s lasting legacy and his historical connection to Paterson. The ceremony will include a prayer for the nation ahead of the presidential inauguration.

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Today Honors Civil Rights Leader Martin Luther King Jr

Martin Luther King Jr. Courtesy/The King Center Staff Report Today is Martin Luther King Jr Day, a federal holiday held on the third Monday of January. It celebrates the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr., an influential American civil rights leader. He is most well-known for his campaigns to end racial segregation on public transport and for racial equality in the United States. He was an American Baptist minister, activist, and po…

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Events planned in South Florida to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

While several places will be closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, there will be events held in Miami-Dade and Broward counties to honor the late civil rights leader.

2 months ago·Miami, United States

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Times of My Life Virtual Biographer Launches ‘Witness to History’ Story to Honor Martin Luther King, Jr. - Journal of Cyber Policy

Times of My Life Virtual Biographer Honoring MLK Preserving the personal experiences of those who fought for equality, justice, and freedom during one of the most transformative periods in American history. The civil rights movement was built on countless sacrifices, acts of heroism, and unwavering determination. These stories deserve to be told and preserved for the ages.” — Michael O’Donnell, Curator of Life Stories LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL, UNITED S

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