Martin Luther King Jr. Birth Anniversary 2026: Inspiring Quotes for Generations
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Martin Luther King Jr. Birth Anniversary 2026: Inspiring Quotes for Generations
- •Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is globally recognized for his non-violent fight against racial injustice and his advocacy for equality and dignity.
- •Born on January 15, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia, King's education and faith shaped his belief in peaceful protest.
- •He gained national prominence by leading the 1955 Montgomery bus boycott, which successfully ended bus segregation after 382 days.
- •King became the leading voice of the US Civil Rights Movement, organizing major protests including the 1963 March on Washington where he delivered his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech.
- •A Nobel Peace Prize laureate in 1964, King was tragically assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee, in 1968, but his legacy and powerful quotes continue to inspire.
Why It Matters: Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy of non-violent protest and fight for equality continues to inspire globally.
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