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Donald Trump’s second presidential inauguration, coinciding with Martin Luther King Jr. Day, was marked by sharp contrasts, historic moments, and ambitious rhetoric. Trump declared his intent to “make Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream a reality,” emphasizing gratitude to Black and Hispanic communities for their support and pledging unity. However, the day also spotlighted stark divisions, […]

Martin Luther King Jr.’s life demonstrates how anger, when channeled constructively, can drive transformative change. A pivotal moment occurred during his teenage years when he was forced to give up his bus seat to white passengers, igniting a deep anger that stayed with him. While this anger initially risked fostering bitterness, King later realized its […]

As the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. kicked off earlier this week, many demonstrators demanded politicians take up the push for federal voting rights reform. In the demonstrations, King’s family joined the cause, stating there could be “no celebration without legislation.” The Freedom To Vote Act was created to set new minimum standards […]

9 am “Martin Luther King Jr. Community-Wide Celebration” Host: The Greater Rochester Martin Luther King Jr. Commission Location: Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, 60 Gibbs St. Number: (585) 851-8441   9:30 am “Building Bridges to Create Community” Host: The Wayne Action for Racial Equality Location: Park Presbyterian Church, 110 Maple Court Number: (315) 331-2255   9:30 am ” […]


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