Thoughts on MLK Day
Remember, celebrate, and act everyday, not just one by Clay N. Middleton Published in the Charleston City Paper on January 26, 2011 The YWCA has a standing tradition of having programs that center around the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. Those activities serves as a constant reminder for us to reflect on the equality that has been gained though the struggle of African Americans, the freedom that has been bought with numerous deaths, and an individual who caused a nation to change its course. During the King season, we often hear of...
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As published in the Charleston Chronicle January 18, 2010 As we paused during the King holiday, we remind ourselves of what King accomplished and those that made him great. We used that time to gain strength from his powerful and moving words as we tackle the injustices that are endured by many everyday in our society. Year after year this nation and community honor King’s legacy, but still fall short in living King’s legacy in and out of season. Too often, people recite Dr. King’s famous speeches and listen to old recordings, but...
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