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Martin Luther King Jr. Day


"Today, on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we reflect on the legacy of a man who chose peace and nonviolence in the face of unimaginable adversity.


As The King Center reminds us, while others sought freedom through violence, Dr. King showed the world the transformative power of words and nonviolent resistance. Through protests, grassroots organizing, and civil disobedience, he achieved what many thought was impossible.


In times when leadership may lean toward fear and division, Dr. King’s approach is a powerful reminder: true change comes from courage, unity, and unwavering commitment to justice without compromising compassion. His legacy challenges us to ask ourselves, how can we stand up for what’s right while choosing peace?


Let’s honor Dr. King by continuing to learn from his work and applying his lessons to our actions. To learn more about his incredible contributions, visit The King Center’s website or explore resources like his speeches, letters, and interviews."



We shared this graphic and these words above, one year ago today. Looking at them now, we see people across the world standing up, protesting, organizing, and trying again, to honor this exact sentiment.


It is a deeply conflicting moment. We are witnessing courage and solidarity alongside violence and repression, advocacy alongside tyranny, hope alongside grief. It is devastating to acknowledge that, in many ways, the world feels harsher and more fractured than it did a year ago, rather than more humane.


Still, we stand with those who are speaking truth, demanding justice, and calling for accountability, especially when it comes at great personal risk. History reminds us that systems of harm are often defended as “lawful,” even when built on stolen land and sustained by injustice. Dr. King understood this tension well.


Honoring his legacy means refusing to look away. It means choosing clarity over comfort, compassion over cruelty, and collective care over fear. It means continuing the work even when progress feels slow, fragile, or undone.


Today, and every day, we ask: how do we show up with courage and care? How do we resist injustice without losing our humanity?


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