Born January 15, 1929, Dr. King was an advocate for civil rights and equality, not only for African Americans, but also for all races and ethnicities. As a prominent leader in the civil rights movement in America during the 1960s, Dr. King lead the famous Montgomery Alabama Bus Boycott Movement, helped found the Southern Christian Leadership Conference and then went on to lead the “March on Washington” where he delivered the world famous, “I Have a Dream” speech. Dr. King continued to be a peaceful warrior in fighting for equal rights until his assassination in Memphis, Tennessee on April 4, 1968. His memory was finally honored with a national holiday in 1986.
People of all races, religions, ethnicities and creeds can benefit from the message he instilled in his listeners. We are all taught about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life as children; however, I encourage everyone to partake in an activity on this day to commemorate his life and message. Do something.
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