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
Martin Luther King Day: ‘I Have A Dream’ Speech Defines Civil Rights Movement
"I Have a Dream" was delivered by Martin Luther King, Jr. on August 28, 1963, in which he called for an end to racism in the United States.
32 things you may not know about Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr., a reverend and civil-rights activist, was assassinated at 39. However, he inspired several movements and political changes.
'I'm still hopeful:' Work of Martin Luther King Jr. still not complete, Longview marchers say
The city of Longview’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day march along King’s namesake boulevard isn’t just about reenacting a historic movement.
Trump promises to make King's dream a reality, as some rally to defend civil rights
A rally at a historic Black church celebrated the civil rights legend and included a vow to protect rights under the new administration.
Trump says his presidency will make Martin Luther King Jr.’s ‘dream come true’
In his inaugural address, Donald Trump thanked Black and Hispanic communities for their votes and invoked Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose federal holiday Trump shares with the day of his second inauguration.
Trump administration uses King's 'Dream' speech to introduce executive orders cutting DEI
A White House official announced Trump’s executive order dismantling federal DEI programs, saying it honors "civil rights champions" who wanted all Americans to "be treated on the basis of their character,
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A Shared Dream: MLK and the Latino Civil Rights Movement
Martin Luther King Jr's legacy in the Civil Rights space is an ever-present inspiration to all oppressed and marginalized ...
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Before Washington: MLK’s famous ‘I Have a Dream’ speech debuted in Detroit
I Have a Dream” — on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial as part of the March on Washington on Aug. 28, 1963. But his D.C.
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Dr. King practiced his 'I Have a Dream' speech in Miami motel
Many people are unaware that King rehearsed his "I Have a Dream" speech at what is now the Historic Hampton House in Miami ...
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In Boston, activist Angela Davis says to 'hold onto infinite hope' as Trump takes office
Davis tells a crowd celebrating MLK Day in Boston, "Trump may have won the November election, but the movement continues.” ...
Lake Charles MLK Jr. celebration weekend concludes with annual parade, family day
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Today, people are remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and what he’s done for communities everywhere. In Lake Charles, groups celebrated all weekend, and festivities ...
Omaha high schoolers celebrate life of Martin Luther King Jr., reflecting on lessons learned from movement
No celebration of the civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. would be complete without hearing of his famous "I Have a ...
King never gave up his righteous fight, an example for all to follow
As the inauguration and MLK Day converged, Trump’s nod to the civil rights leader was smothered in a speech of grievance.
NYC Mayor Adams likens himself to MLK as he defends bailing on civil rights holiday to attend Trump inauguration: ‘I’m living that dream’
Mayor Eric Adams had a dream — to attend President Trump’s inauguration. Hizzoner likened himself to Martin Luther King Jr. on Tuesday as he defended bailing on events commemorating ...