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Martin Luther King III
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Global Human Rights Activist. Co-Founder & Chairman of the Board for the Drum Major Institute. Co-Founder Give Us the Ballot.

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“I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.” — Martin Luther King Jr.
November 28, 2025 at 7:54 PM
Impact at scale: Our programs now support 2 million educators globally, helping them equip students with the skills to lead and uplift their communities. #RealizeTheDream
November 28, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Today, our family pauses with full hearts and open hands—giving thanks for the love that holds us, the community that surrounds us, and the grace that carries us through each season.
November 27, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Being a drum major isn't about standing in front; it’s about leading with values. Love. Justice. Truth. We keep the beat for peace and equity, even in the quiet moments when no one is watching.
November 27, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Mother Viola Fletcher was a trailblazer. At 111—a divine number for a divine life—she embodied truth and resilience. Her legacy will continue to inspire all who fight for justice & humanity. May her memory move us to bold and courageous action.
Viola Fletcher Lived 111 Years and Never Let the World Bury Her Story
Viola Ford Fletcher, the oldest living survivor of the Tulsa Race Massacre, died at 111. Known as “Mother Fletcher,” she gave public testimony at 107 and published her memoir at 109—refusing to let th...
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November 27, 2025 at 12:22 AM
Today we honor the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women by affirming what should be undeniable: every woman deserves safety, dignity, and freedom.
November 25, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Despite the efforts of some of the city’s wealthiest and most powerful residents, New Yorkers exercised their voting rights and chose a candidate focused on empowering and uplifting people.
No one leaving New York City because of Mamdani, say two top real estate CEOs
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's democratic socialist views spark fears companies and capital will flee, but top real estate CEOs say it's not true.
www.cnbc.com
November 24, 2025 at 5:04 PM
"Everybody can be great, because anybody can serve." — Martin Luther King Jr.

That message continues to guide our work as we build peace, justice, and equity for all.
November 24, 2025 at 3:28 PM
A revolution grounded in love calls us to help, not harm, to see humanity as one. This is how we rise above the triple evils of racism, poverty, and violence.
November 24, 2025 at 2:56 PM
There’s a divine conspiracy working for you—even in the waiting, the struggle, the silence.

Sterling K. Brown learned from Rev. Michael Beckwith that faith is trusting that the hard parts shape who you’re meant to become.

🎧 www.youtube.com/@MyLegacyMov... #MyLegacyPodcast
November 24, 2025 at 2:31 PM
My father said a voteless people is a powerless people. Expanding ballot access is essential for a healthy democracy. #ProtectTheVote
Will People Trust Voting by Phone? Alaska Is Going to Find Out.
www.nytimes.com
November 23, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Impact at scale: Realize the Dream's global footprint includes 131 stadium events, all helping introduce students to our learning tools and resources.
November 22, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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Women have fewer rights than just a few years ago.

DEI and affirmative action are under attack, and dark forces want to turn us around.

This won't stop our work. Our ancestors paved the way, we are their answered prayers and each of us is the dream of the dreamer.
November 21, 2025 at 11:31 PM
“The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” — Martin Luther King Jr.
November 21, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Ken Burns’ new series highlights the overlooked voices of the Revolution. Phillis Wheatley, kidnapped from Africa as a child and enslaved in Boston, transformed the horrors of the slave trade into poetry that remains a powerful testament to perseverance.
Learn About Phillis Wheatley, an Enslaved Poet of Colonial America
Phillis Wheatley, an enslaved African woman brought to America, became a published poet at the age of 18. Read about her life and accomplishments.
www.thoughtco.com
November 21, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Public media strengthens our democracy. This restored funding is a win for truth, transparency, and the First Amendment.
CPB agrees to revive a $36 million deal with NPR killed after Trump's pressure
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting agreed Monday to fulfill a $36 million, multi-year contract with NPR that it had yanked after pressure from the Trump White House.
www.npr.org
November 20, 2025 at 11:54 PM
We may feel weary, but this is a moment to unleash our passion for justice. We are called to be part of the solution, to build a world shaped by courage, compassion, and the belief that love can guide us forward.
November 20, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Steve Schapiro captured the Civil Rights Movement in moments of courage, fear, and hope. As a new documentary honors his life and legacy, I’m reminded how his images continue to speak for justice — with honesty and power.
Photographer Captured 'Extremely Emotional' Scene in Martin Luther King's Motel Room Hours After Assassination (Exclusive)
Steve Schapiro tells the stories behind many of his iconic photographs in the new documentary, 'Steve Schapiro: Being Everywhere', out now.
people.com
November 20, 2025 at 12:16 AM
Texas pushed a map to suppress Black and Hispanic voters.

A federal court said no.

Our democracy wins when voters are heard, not silenced.
November 19, 2025 at 8:13 PM
World Day for the Prevention of Child Abuse is a reminder that children’s voices, dreams, and futures must be protected. We have a moral obligation to create a world where every child is safe and cherished.
November 19, 2025 at 7:54 PM
In times of uncertainty and chaos, my wife and I keep Gandhi’s reminder close.
November 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Remembering my sister, Yolanda Denise King, on her heavenly birthday. Her courage, kindness, and unwavering spirit shaped so many lives. I carry her memory with me every day and see her legacy live on in the work for justice and love.
November 17, 2025 at 3:03 PM
The path to peace isn't easy. It requires courage, hope, and the willingness to be part of the solution.

Let’s choose nonviolence and be part of the revolution based on love.
November 16, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Impact at scale: through #RealizeTheDream, we’ve created 100 learning tools in collaboration with extraordinary educators, mental health experts, and innovators.
November 15, 2025 at 10:41 PM
OTD in 1966 Dad spoke at the SCLC retreat in Frogmore, South Carolina and asked the question: "Where do we go from here?"
November 15, 2025 at 4:53 AM