Who was Martin Luther King, Jr.?

A civil rights legend, Dr. King fought for justice through peaceful protest—and delivered some of the 20th century's most ...
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Books on — or by — Martin Luther King Jr. for adults and young readers

Martin Luther King Jr.’s influence on the U.S. has barely waned since his assassination on April 4, 1968. A Baptist minister, ...
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Remembering the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

On this edition of In Black America, producer and host John L. Hanson Jr. presents a tribute to the life and legacy of the ...
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Martin Luther King Jr. built a legacy of nonviolent activism for racial equality

The nation today marks Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the federal observance honoring King’s profound impact while also ...
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Martin Luther King Jr. 'Knew That His Own Government Was Out to Destroy Him.' Here's What Helped Him Persevere

Jonathan Eig, author of the biography ‘King: A Life,’ spoke about the late civil rights leader on a Jan. 3 episode of NPR’s ‘Book of the Day’ podcast Carly Tagen-Dye is the Books editorial assistant ...
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Want to teach your kids about MLK Day? Start with these powerful lessons

Learn about this special holiday with our guide to MLK Day, including how to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s teachings ...