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Martin Luther King Jr. built a movement with quiet moral power. Here’s how it changed history.

The reverend and civil rights leader was a major proponent of using nonviolent protest to fight for equality.

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 ...
People

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 ...
Parents on MSN

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 ...