Martin Luther King Jr
Former Civil Rights Activist Bob Woodson Warns of Removal of MLK Statues
Woodson said he hopes that white people will push back against efforts by today's civil rights activists and the NAACP.
Martin Luther King Jr. Samples on New Justin Bieber Album Spark Controversy
While some fans praised the singer for helping to amplify the civil rights icon, some people took issue with his use of Martin Luther King Jr.'s speeches on an album filled with love songs.
MLK's Daughter Says Meghan Markle Proves Royalty Not a Shield From Racism
Bernice King was reacting to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's interview with Oprah Winfrey, which aired on Sunday night.
MLK Adviser Writes to Gov. Gavin Newsom, Blasts Ethnic Studies Curriculum
"I write this letter to you with great dismay, and great concern for the perversion of history that is being perpetrated by the Ethnic Studies Model Curriculum," the letter to California's governor says.
Letters Mailed to Georgia Residents Telling Non-White People to Leave
The notes were delivered in white envelopes, some with the names of residents on, some without. None of them had a name of a sender.
A Day of Service to Welcome Biden-Harris Administration
Joe Biden and Kamala Harris mean what they say when they speak of being a president and vice president for all Americans—regardless of political stripe, creed or color.
KKK Fliers Mysteriously Appear Throughout Oklahoma Town: 'Save Our Land'
The fliers, which also had the message "Join the Klan," were found at homes in Peckham, Kay County.
Don Lemon Blows Up at Trump's Allies Praising Martin Luther King Jr.
A number of Republicans including Ted Cruz and Ivanka Trump praised the civil rights icon on the holiday celebrating his birth.
Democrats Condemn ICE After Agency Shares MLK Day Message
"You should sit this one out," former Democratic presidential hopeful Julián Castro wrote.
Martin Luther King Jr.'s Son Calls Inauguration Threats 'Frightening'
King discussed the "foolishness" of the potential threat to 50 state governments ahead of Biden's inauguration on Wednesday.
The History of How Martin Luther King Jr. Day Became a Holiday
Getting all 50 states to recognize the iconic civil rights leader's birthday with a paid holiday involved a long, political fight.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2021: 11 of His Moving and Memorable Quotes
"I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character."
What Have Martin Luther King Jr.'s Children Said About His Legacy in 2021?
"When you tweet about my father's birthday, remember that he was resolute about eradicating racism, poverty & militarism," King's youngest daughter, Bernice King, tweeted on Friday.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Google Doodle Shows Legacy of MLK's Activism
The Google Doodle depicts a modern-day mural that pays tribute to the Montgomery Bus Boycotts and the Selma to Montgomery March.
These Restaurants Are Open on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Some venues across the country may be offering modified services amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
Starbucks, Dunkin' Donuts Hours On Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Contact your local branch to confirm any COVID-19 safety restrictions in place before traveling to any venue.
Fact Check: Did Kamala Harris Plagiarize Story From Martin Luther King Jr.?
On Twitter Monday, the validity of Vice President-elect Kamala Harris' story about a civil rights protest she attended as a child was questioned after it beard strong similarities to an anecdote Martin Luther King Jr. shared in 1965.
Pixar's 'Soul' Gives Shoutouts to Prince, Gandhi and Stephen Hawking
A scene in the latest Pixar feature references some of the most influential people in history.
5 Other Contributions Rosa Parks Made to Civil Rights Movement
Despite being best known for refusing to give up her seat on an Alabama bus, Rosa Parks made numerous contributions to the Civil Rights movement and other political causes throughout her life.
MLK's Daughter: Police Would Be Violent to AZ Protesters if They Were Black
Bernice King said the "democratic process is being disrupted" after President Trump's supporters gathered outside the Maricopa County Election Department office in Phoenix.
MLK's Children Hit Back at Mitch McConnell for Mentioning Him in Speech
"If he was truly inspired by my father, he would join the fight to eradicate racism through policies that aim at creating peace, justice, and equity," King's son, Martin Luther King III, told Newsweek.
Black Democratic Rep 'Appalled' by Racial Protests, Civil Rights Comparison
A Black Democratic state rep in Tennessee said he's "appalled" by comparisons between today's racial unrest and Martin Luther King Jr.'s era of the Civil Rights movement.
BLM Activists Follow the Path of MLK and the March on Washington
When asked what he thought the original protesters would think, activist Tyler Green said: "I think they'd also be disappointed that we're still having to march at all. They did it so we wouldn't have to, but here we are. It's now up to us to try again so that our kids don't have to."
Republican Who Shared Anti-Martin Luther King Meme Becomes GOP County Chair
Keith Nielsen had initially pledged to step down as the county GOP chairman, but has seemingly backtracked on that pledge.
My Friend John Lewis Made the World a Better Place
A former congresswoman who served with John Lewis looks back on the legacy of a civil rights icon.
In the Name of John Lewis, Let Us Restore the Voting Rights Act
The late congressman, a beloved friend and inspiration to me, worked tirelessly to end voter suppression practices that are still being deployed today. We must take up the fight.
John Lewis Was a Champion of Black-Jewish Ties. We Must Build on His Legacy
Now, more than ever, we must learn from the example set by a great man.
Rubio Mistakenly Tweets Photo of Elijah Cummings in Memorial to John Lewis
Rubio deleted the original tweet and then shared a video of himself with Lewis at a Martin Luther King celebration.
10 Quotes From Late Civil Rights Icon John Lewis
"To those who have said, 'Be patient and wait,' we have long said that we cannot be patient. We do not want our freedom gradually, but we want to be free now! We are tired. We are tired of being beaten by policemen. We are tired of seeing our people locked up in jail over and over again."