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  1. White grandfather with black granddaughter provokes 911 calls
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    Yet it's also a place where in some areas, a white grandfather can't hold hands with his black granddaughter without arousing the sort of suspicions that once occurred in in the Jim Crow South. In his "I Have a Dream" speech, Martin Luther King Jr....

  2. Spokane MLK Day parade bomber sent to Cal. prison
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    KREM reports ( http://is.gd/IKLenl) Kevin Harpham was transferred to the Herlong Correctional Institute, a medium-security prison about 50 miles northwest of Reno. The 37-year-old was sentenced in December to 32 years in prison for leaving a backpack...

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    U.S. President Barack Obama (C) delivers remarks as he and his wife Michelle (R) and daughter Malia (2nd R) greet volunteers during a day of service to honor Martin Luther King, Jr, at the Browne Education Campus school in Washington in this January...

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  4. Remember that Dr. King was peaceful. We came in peace, but we're going to make some noise.
    – Martin Luther King, Jr. SOURCE: Detroit Free Press 4 weeks ago
  5. Activist Catherine Hoffman to give presentation on non-violence in Wellfleet
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    College in counseling and education and became a school social worker in the Boston area. In 1987 Hoffman was hired as the director of the Cambridge Peace Commission and stayed in this distinguished post until retirement in 2008. During her tenure she...

  6. Soledad’s S. Buffalo relatives
    Buffalo News 3 hours ago

    Soledad O’Brien speaks today at the University at Buffalo’s 36th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration, plenty of cousins could be in the audience at Kleinhans Music Hall. Kevin O’Brien of Orchard Park, who has traced his family’s history back to...

  7. Spokane MLK Day parade bomber sent to Cal. prison
    The Olympian logo The Olympian 3 hours ago

    KREM reports ( http://is.gd/IKLenl) Kevin Harpham was transferred to the Herlong Correctional Institute, a medium-security prison about 50 miles northwest of Reno. The 37-year-old was sentenced in December to 32 years in prison for leaving a backpack...

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    This January 2000 photo provided by the family of the late Cleveland Donald Jr. , shows Donald speaking at a celebration honoring Martin Luther King Jr. , in New Canaan, Conn. Donald the second black graduate of the University of Mississippi who started...

    This January 2000 photo provided by the family of the late Cleveland Donald Jr. , shows Donald speaking at a celebration honoring Martin Luther King Jr. , in New Canaan, Conn. Donald the second black graduate of the University of Mississippi who started... View Photo »

  9. Today as Americans, we pause to commemorate the contributions of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., which has added glory to our great nation ... In his memory, let us run for justice, run for freedom and liberty, not only for Afro-Americans but for all Americans that stand up for what is right, what ...
    SOURCE: DVIDS 4 weeks ago
  10. Martin Luther King, Jr. - Mini Bio
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  11. D.C. Armed Robbery Arrests
    NBC Washington logo NBC Washington 3 hours ago

    From Monday night into Tuesday morning the robberies occurred in the 1400 block of First Street NW, 1900 block of 11th Street NW and the 3700 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, SE. Police say the suspects stole cash, cell phones, and other...

  12. Roland Martin Is No Homophobe
    The Daily Beast logo The Daily Beast 5 hours ago

    Few would argue that homophobia still exists in black communities and that racism and other kinds of stigma are alive and well in LGBT communities. But I hope we can all agree that while much work is left to be done, we are not where we used to be, and...

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About Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Martin Luther King, Jr. (January 15, 1929 – April 4, 1968) was an American clergyman, activist and prominent leader in the African-American civil rights movement. His main legacy was to secure progress on civil rights in the United States and he is frequently referenced as a human rights icon today. Full Article

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  1. U.S. President Barack Obama (C) delivers remarks as he and his wife Michelle (R) and daughter Malia (2nd R) greet volunteers during a day of service to honor Martin Luther King, Jr, at the Browne Education Campus school in Washington in this January 16, 2012, file photo. There are... Reuters Pictures logo Reuters Pictures 6 days ago

    U.S. President Barack Obama (C) delivers remarks as he and his wife Michelle (R) and daughter Malia (2nd R) greet volunteers during a day of service to honor Martin Luther King, Jr, at the Browne Education Campus school in Washington in this January 16, 2012, file photo. There are...

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  2. This January 2000 photo provided by the family of the late Cleveland Donald Jr. , shows Donald speaking at a celebration honoring Martin Luther King Jr. , in New Canaan, Conn. Donald the second black graduate of the University of Mississippi who started a black studies program at the... AP Photo logo AP Photo 2 weeks ago

    This January 2000 photo provided by the family of the late Cleveland Donald Jr. , shows Donald speaking at a celebration honoring Martin Luther King Jr. , in New Canaan, Conn. Donald the second black graduate of the University of Mississippi who started a black studies program at the...

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  3. NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: President of BAM, Karen Brooks Hopkins attends the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 weeks ago

    NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: President of BAM, Karen Brooks Hopkins attends the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City.

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  4. NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz attends the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 weeks ago

    NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz attends the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City.

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  5. NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: President of Medgar Evers College, Dr. William Pollard, attends the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 weeks ago

    NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: President of Medgar Evers College, Dr. William Pollard, attends the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City.

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  6. NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: Deputy Brooklyn Borough President Sandra Chapman, attends the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 weeks ago

    NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: Deputy Brooklyn Borough President Sandra Chapman, attends the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City.

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  7. NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: Senior Vice President of Target, Derek Jenkins attends the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 weeks ago

    NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: Senior Vice President of Target, Derek Jenkins attends the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City.

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  8. NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: (L-R) New York City Council Member Domenic M. Recchia, Jr. and New York City Council Speaker, Christine C. Quinn attend the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 weeks ago

    NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: (L-R) New York City Council Member Domenic M. Recchia, Jr. and New York City Council Speaker, Christine C. Quinn attend the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City.

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  9. NEW YORK - JANUARY 16: 'Occupy the Dream' demonstrators march in front of the Federal Reserve as they rally in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. January 16, 2012 in New York City. Today is a United States federal holiday marking the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. who... Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 weeks ago

    NEW YORK - JANUARY 16: 'Occupy the Dream' demonstrators march in front of the Federal Reserve as they rally in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. January 16, 2012 in New York City. Today is a United States federal holiday marking the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. who...

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  10. NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: Toshi Reagon and BIGLovely perform during the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 weeks ago

    NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: Toshi Reagon and BIGLovely perform during the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City.

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  11. NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: Mayor of New York City, Michael R. Bloomberg attends the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 weeks ago

    NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: Mayor of New York City, Michael R. Bloomberg attends the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City.

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  12. NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: (L-R) Chancellor of the New York City Department of Education Dennis M. Walcott and Mayor of New York City, Michael R. Bloomberg attend the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New... Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 weeks ago

    NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: (L-R) Chancellor of the New York City Department of Education Dennis M. Walcott and Mayor of New York City, Michael R. Bloomberg attend the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New...

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  13. NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: The Institutional Radio Choir performs during the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 weeks ago

    NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: The Institutional Radio Choir performs during the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City.

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  14. NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: Chancellor of the New York City Department of Education, Dennis M. Walcott, attends the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 weeks ago

    NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: Chancellor of the New York City Department of Education, Dennis M. Walcott, attends the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City.

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  15. NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: New York Senator Charles E. Schumer attends the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 weeks ago

    NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 16: New York Senator Charles E. Schumer attends the 6th annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House on January 16, 2012 in New York City.

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  16. NEW YORK - JANUARY 16: An unfinished misspelled sign rests on the ground as demonstrators rally outside of the Federal Reserve in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. January 16, 2012 in New York City. Today is a United States federal holiday marking the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther... Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 weeks ago

    NEW YORK - JANUARY 16: An unfinished misspelled sign rests on the ground as demonstrators rally outside of the Federal Reserve in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. January 16, 2012 in New York City. Today is a United States federal holiday marking the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther...

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  17. NEW YORK - JANUARY 16: Douglas E. Massenburg, lead park ranger at the African Burial Ground National Monument, speaks to 'Occupy the Dream' demonstrators before they march to the Federal Reserve in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. January 16, 2012 in New York City. Today is a United... Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 weeks ago

    NEW YORK - JANUARY 16: Douglas E. Massenburg, lead park ranger at the African Burial Ground National Monument, speaks to 'Occupy the Dream' demonstrators before they march to the Federal Reserve in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. January 16, 2012 in New York City. Today is a United...

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  18. NEW YORK - JANUARY 16: 'Occupy the Dream' demonstrators walk through the African Burial Ground National Monument before marching to the Federal Reserve in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. on January 16, 2012 in New York City. Today is a United States federal holiday marking the birthday... Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 weeks ago

    NEW YORK - JANUARY 16: 'Occupy the Dream' demonstrators walk through the African Burial Ground National Monument before marching to the Federal Reserve in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. on January 16, 2012 in New York City. Today is a United States federal holiday marking the birthday...

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  19. Politicians, family members of Martin Luther King Jr. , and others sing "We Shall Overcome" during a service commemorating the late civil rights leader, held at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Mon. , Jan. 16, 2012, in Atlanta. AP Photo logo AP Photo 1 month ago

    Politicians, family members of Martin Luther King Jr. , and others sing "We Shall Overcome" during a service commemorating the late civil rights leader, held at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Mon. , Jan. 16, 2012, in Atlanta.

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  20. People arrive at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial in Washington, Monday, Jan. 16, 2012, for a ceremony honoring his legacy. AP Photo logo AP Photo 1 month ago

    People arrive at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial in Washington, Monday, Jan. 16, 2012, for a ceremony honoring his legacy.

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  21. WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 15: People visit the Martin Luther King Jr. memorial on the National Mall January 15, 2012 in Washington, DC. Martin Luther King III and others joined to lay a wreath at the memorial to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to honor the 83rd birthday of the American... Getty Images logo Getty Images 1 month ago

    WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 15: People visit the Martin Luther King Jr. memorial on the National Mall January 15, 2012 in Washington, DC. Martin Luther King III and others joined to lay a wreath at the memorial to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to honor the 83rd birthday of the American...

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  22. The memorial of Martin Luther King, Jr. stands on his 83rd birthday in Washington January 15, 2012. Interior Secretary Ken Salazar has ordered an inscription carved into the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial be changed after complaints that the quote does not accurately reflect King's words. Reuters Pictures logo Reuters Pictures 1 month ago

    The memorial of Martin Luther King, Jr. stands on his 83rd birthday in Washington January 15, 2012. Interior Secretary Ken Salazar has ordered an inscription carved into the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial be changed after complaints that the quote does not accurately reflect King's words.

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  23. The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial is seen in Washington, on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012. This quote carved on the side of new memorial in Washington will be changed after the inscription was criticized for not accurately reflecting the civil rights leader's words. AP Photo logo AP Photo 1 month ago

    The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial is seen in Washington, on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012. This quote carved on the side of new memorial in Washington will be changed after the inscription was criticized for not accurately reflecting the civil rights leader's words.

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  24. Visitors gather at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial in Washington on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, for a National Park Service wreath laying ceremony at the monument of the civil rights leader in observance of his of 83rd birthday-anniversary. AP Photo logo AP Photo 1 month ago

    Visitors gather at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial in Washington on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, for a National Park Service wreath laying ceremony at the monument of the civil rights leader in observance of his of 83rd birthday-anniversary.

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  25. Visitors gather at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial in Washington on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, for a wreath laying ceremony at the monument of the civil rights leader in observance of his of 83rd birthday-anniversary. AP Photo logo AP Photo 1 month ago

    Visitors gather at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial in Washington on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, for a wreath laying ceremony at the monument of the civil rights leader in observance of his of 83rd birthday-anniversary.

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U.S. President Barack Obama (C) delivers remarks as he and his wife Michelle (R) and daughter Malia (2nd R) greet volunteers during a day of service to honor Martin Luther King, Jr, at the Browne Education Campus school in Washington in this January 16, 2012, file photo. There are...

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  1. Remember that Dr. King was peaceful. We came in peace, but we're going to make some noise.
    – Martin Luther King, Jr. SOURCE: Detroit Free Press 4 weeks ago
  2. Today as Americans, we pause to commemorate the contributions of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., which has added glory to our great nation ... In his memory, let us run for justice, run for freedom and liberty, not only for Afro-Americans but for all Americans that stand up for what is right, what ...
    SOURCE: DVIDS 4 weeks ago
  3. I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.
    – Martin Luther King, Jr. SOURCE: BabyCenter - MomFormation 4 weeks ago
  4. The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday is definitely something that you want to play in and be a part of ... He changed so much, not just for African-Americans but just the human race in general.
    – Jason Richardson SOURCE: Orlando Sentinel 4 weeks ago
  5. All beings tremble before violence. All fear death, all love life. See yourself in others. Then whom can you hurt? What harm can you do?
    – Martin Luther King, Jr. SOURCE: Care2 4 weeks ago
  6. I think now’s a good time, on Martin Luther King Day, to reflect on the connectivity of all things ... We need to stand up, we need to fight, because that’s what Martin Luther King Jr. would do.
    SOURCE: The Sharon Herald 4 weeks ago
  7. Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health care is the most shocking and inhumane.
    – Martin Luther King, Jr. SOURCE: Bangor Daily News 4 weeks ago
  8. As a young black man, Martin Luther King Jr. has done a lot for me
    SOURCE: The Sharon Herald 4 weeks ago
  9. Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.
    – Martin Luther King, Jr. SOURCE: Creators Syndicate 1 month ago
  10. Today we celebrate that someone like Martin Luther King Jr. had courage. He knew his life was threatened. He did not shy away from addressing injustice. It’s our time to have courage to stand against injustice.
    SOURCE: The Sharon Herald 4 weeks ago
  11. Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.
    – Martin Luther King, Jr. SOURCE: We Are Change 2 months ago
  12. One of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s greatest messages was what can you do for others
    SOURCE: The Beacon 4 weeks ago
  13. Our lives begin to end, when we become silent over the things that matter - The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort, but where he stands at times of challenges and controversy
    – Martin Luther King, Jr. SOURCE: AllAfrica.com 2 months ago
  14. As we commemorate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who died because he was marching for working families, we stand here in the cold
    SOURCE: New York Observer 4 weeks ago
  15. Kaiser Permanente Hawaii is honored to join President Obama and the rest of the nation in declaring Martin Luther King Jr. Day a time to give back to our local communities through volunteerism and service
    SOURCE: Hawaii 24/7 4 weeks ago
  16. It's really important for me to use the day for what it's for - to honor Martin Luther King Jr. for what he did ... I'm old enough to remember that people of color didn't have the same rights as me when I was little... They should have always had those rights, but it took a man like King to get them thr...
    SOURCE: The Coloradoan 4 weeks ago
  17. We wanted to take a different look at the life of Martin Luther King Jr.
    – Larry Brown SOURCE: Daily Chronicle 4 weeks ago
  18. Dr. King considered that question and his response: 'I'd like someone to mention that day that Martin Luther King Jr. tried to give his life serving others.'
    SOURCE: Chillicothe Gazette 4 weeks ago
  19. Dreams are something you have to work at – make it happen. Martin Luther King, Jr. followed his dream and reached it.
    SOURCE: Daily Freeman 4 weeks ago
  20. If we don't do that then Martin Luther King Jr. Day will become just another holiday where people take the day off.
    SOURCE: The St. George Spectrum 4 weeks ago
  21. Today as we honor the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., I am proud New Jersey has long been at the forefront of efforts to honor and continue his work ... I encourage New Jerseyans to pause and reflect on his contributions to our society and to do their part to make his dream a reality for all Americ...
    – Christopher J. Christie SOURCE: Politicker: New Jersey 4 weeks ago
  22. Our motto on Martin Luther King Jr. Day is 'A day on, not a day off,' ... Our international president, Carolyn House Stewart, asked all of our members to share service and love with a military family this year. We are using the example of Dr. King as a servant to serve this family today. It's our specia...
    SOURCE: The Jackson Sun 4 weeks ago
  23. King demanded action ... Some don't even go out and vote. Martin Luther King Jr. was an eloquent speaker for sure, but he did more than just talk. He walked it out.
    SOURCE: The Jackson Sun 4 weeks ago
  24. We’re all trying to find out what to do with our lives, and there is this kind of connection between a 15 year-old Martin Luther King, Jr. that it’s harder to find with an older Martin Luther King, Jr. Because you can identify more with everything that he was going through. His power and resilience to c...
    SOURCE: MassLive.com 4 weeks ago
  25. If it weren't for Martin Luther King Jr., many minorities wouldn't have had the opportunity we have today ... The least we can do is honor him.
    SOURCE: Daily Collegian-PSU 4 weeks ago
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