Martin Luther King Jr. Was a 'Protest Leader Who Really Does Not Like Conflict,' Says Biographer
In an interview published by NPR’s Book of the Day podcast on Jan. 3, writer Jonathan Eig, who authored the biography 'King: A Life,' said that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was "a protest leader who really does not like conflict.
Watch Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “The Other America” Speech
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. addressed the war in his April 4, 1967, speech “Beyond Vietnam: A Time to Break Silence.” Less than two weeks later, he shifted his focus to the fight for racial justice with a speech titled “The Other America,
From art to marches and discussions to speeches, Martin Luther King Jr. to be remembered
The South Bend area will honor the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. in a variety of ways this year. Take part in a day of service on Jan. 20 or attend one of the following events to remember this great minister, activist and political philosopher who was one of the most prominent leaders in the civil rights movement.
We celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy this month on MLK Day. Here's what to know
Here’s what to know about Martin Luther King Jr., why we celebrate his impact each year and when MLK Day is in 2025.
Plymouth anti-hate group plans three days of events honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
The Plymouth No Place for Hate Committee will host events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. from Jan. 17-19.
When Motown Records collaborated with Martin Luther King Jr.
Motown founder Berry Gordy reached out to Martin Luther King Jr. to see if the record label could help the civil rights leader in his cause for equality. “I saw Motown much like the world he was fighting for — people of all races and religions,
Martin Luther King Jr. Day events happening in Oakland County
• 40th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Celebration: Peace Walk is at 9 a.m. Jan. 20, starting at Hope United Methodist Church , 26275 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, followed by program at 11 a.m. at Southfield Pavilion, 26000 Evergreen Road, Southfield, Taste Fest and vendors from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.www.mlktaskforcemi.org.
Here's a look at Martin Luther King Jr. Day events in and around Milwaukee in 2025
Martin Luther King Jr. Day events include story times, speakers and fundraising events in Milwaukee and its suburbs.
Local events to honor Martin Luther King Jr.
There are many events scheduled in the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The civil rights leader is remembered each year with a federal holiday observed on the third Monday of January.
What's open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Rhode Island? Supermarkets, banks, more
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday, so some businesses will be closed in Rhode Island. Here's what you need to know.
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Queens College to host signature MLK celebration with Grammy-winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis
Queens College will host its annual celebration of the life and legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Jan 19.
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Stratham Historical Society kicks off New Year with MLK Jr. celebrations
The town Historical Society is celebrating Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday with a series of special events this January.
Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy will be celebrated this month on MLK Day. Here's what to know
Here’s what to know about Martin Luther King Jr., why we celebrate his impact each year and when MLK Day is in 2025.