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MLK III pens personal reflection for Reforma
The largest and most influential newspaper group in Mexico, Reforma recently requested for Mr. King to offer a personal reflection on the day of President Obama's inauguration. To be published this December in their annual "yearbook," the full op-ed can be read below.
MLK III's Statement on Bernice King & SCLC
"Today I was filled with great excitement and pride upon hearing that my sister, Bernice, had been chosen as the next president of the Southern Christian Leadership Council (SCLC). I am confident that her proven leadership ability, strong moral compass, and unshakeable sense of justice will keep that hallowed organization on a path of success for years to come.
Mr. King's Statement on the Death of Ted Kennedy
Today, with the passing of Senator Ted Kennedy, the world has lost one of its greatest champions for the ideals of my father – freedom, peace, opportunity and equality. People across the world have been touched by the Senator’s work, whether it was in reforming education, brokering a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Northern Ireland, or leading the charge for universal health care. Senator Kennedy devoted his life to the dream that whether a man is rich or poor, or white or black, he deserves an equal opportunity to realize his full potential, and to live in peace.
Generation II & Advisory Board Strategize in Toronto
Members the Gen II Historic Global Peace Initiative held their second formal meeting in Toronto. The group is made up of activists who are the children or grandchildren of peacemakers and human rights leaders. They were welcomed by Immigration Minister Jason Kenney on behalf of the government of Canada. (Left to right) Christine Chavez-Delgado, granddaughter of labour icon César Chávez, Montreal MP Justin Trudeau, Martin Luther King III, the son of Martin Luther King Jr. and Jason Kenney.
RTD Explores Ethnic Segregation in Bosnia
It's shortly after noon, and teenagers who were taught their capital is Zagreb, in neighboring Croatia, are streaming out of Stolac High School. In an hour, their classrooms will be filled with children who have learned that their capital is Sarajevo, Bosnia.
RTD Delivers Message of Hope in Central Texas
Just blocks from the Waco boulevard that bears his father’s name, Martin Luther King III delivered a message of hope Wednesday night in struggling East Waco.
MLK III promotes tolerance and unity in Bosnia
On a visit this past April, Martin Luther King III told young people in Bosnia that the country's ethnic and religious diversity can be converted from a weakness to a strength.
MLK III Pays Tribute to Gandhi
Martin Luther King III paid tribute to India's pacifist icon Mohandas Gandhi this past February, commemorating the 50th anniversary of his father's pilgrimage to the country to study nonviolence.
Embassy Press Release on MLK III's Pilgrimage to India
Martin Luther King III, U.S. Representative John Lewis, and Herbie Hancock to Lead U.S. Department of State Commemoration of The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s 1959 India Journey
The Dream This January 20th
A Washington Post editorial by Martin Luther King III, reflecting on the importance of his father's dream in relation to President Barack Obama.
MLK III: "Let's Role Up Our Sleeves"
On the verge of commemorating the Martin Luther King National Holiday January 19, Martin Luther King III, has declared “We’ve got to roll up our sleeves” during what he describes as “a very special period in the history of our nation and world.”
MLK III Speaks at 2008 Convention
While waiting to come to the podium, I could not help thinking how proud my father would be: proud of Barack Obama, proud of the party that nominated him and proud of the America that will elect him...
Generation II Featured on Oprah.com
A young group of peacemakers—the children and grandchildren of global leaders—is mobilizing to stand up for the victims of oppression and war. Oprofiles Gen II.
MLK III Gives Inspiring Speech At D.C. High School
On a day that President-elect Barack Obama has dedicated to service, it's fitting that we're sitting on a bleacher in the packed high school auditorium. And, on a day celebrating the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., it's also fitting to be in Ward 8, D.C.'s southernmost — and perhaps toughest — neighborhood, listening to Martin Luther King III remind the packed house about his father's famous call to arms: "Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve."
