The groundwork had been laid, even before MLK. Documentary shorts like "The Negro Soldier" (1944), part of Frank Capra's "Why We Fight" series, were a key part of the World War II propaganda effort.

There’s always a stray dog or two who show up each year when Abilenians gather for the Martin Luther King Jr Day March. Folks ...

Similarly, President Ronald Reagan, working with the King family and cultural icons like Stevie Wonder, signed legislation to establish the MLK holiday. Who could have predicted that these leaders, ...

“Martin Luther King's dream was the American dream ... “I haven’t a clue.” But King does have a message for Trump. He was pensive and firm as he spoke. “I don't want you to evoke the words; I want you ...

Like that would happen. In film after film, Poitier brought MLK’s integrationist message to mixed audiences. To African American viewers, who were happy to see a dignified Black star.

BEREA, Ohio -- Despite single-digit winter temperatures, feelings of hope emanating from inside Berea’s Mount Zion Baptist Church on Martin Luther King Jr. Day brought a comforting warmth to ...

Each planter included a small garden stake sign with inspiring messages. Starting Friday ... inspirational quotes from the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and printed by Work House Signs were ...

Opinion editor Juan Esparza Loera embraces MLK Jr.’s concept of unity and hope over president’s threats of massive deportation.

Like that would happen. In film after film, Poitier brought MLK's integrationist message to mixed audiences. To African American viewers, who were happy to see a dignified Black star. To white ...