ATLANTA — It has been 50 years since the assassination of one America’s greatest leaders who would change the world forever, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
On April 4, 1968, King was shot in Memphis, Tennessee. An assassin silenced the voice that had energized America’s civil rights movement and challenged nation to live up to its highest ideals.
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People shared their thoughts in reaction to the anniversary of the King’s assassination.
Such an honor to have had you as a father and to still have you as a teacher. I greatly admire your courage and strength to love, and I learn from you daily. In the words of Maya Angelou, I “can be and be better because you existed.” Thank you. Miss you. #MLK #MLK50Forward pic.twitter.com/n9qD2X199z
— Be A King (@BerniceKing) April 4, 2018
Today, on the 50th anniversary of his passing, the Atlanta Braves are proud to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. #MLK #MLK50Forward pic.twitter.com/XUaD701bl2
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) April 4, 2018
Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on the 50th anniversary of his assassination. Earlier this year I spoke about Dr. King’s legacy of justice and peace, and his impact on uniting Americans. #MLK50 Proclamation: https://t.co/XXtPO0VX5A pic.twitter.com/SH0esMSyMT
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 4, 2018
Today we reflect, relive & remember. #MLK50 #MLK50NCRM pic.twitter.com/vXTNEVilu5
— Memphis Grizzlies (@memgrizz) April 4, 2018
It’s an honor to play with this patch on today. #MLK #MLK50Forward pic.twitter.com/mDVFbLBKpl
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) April 4, 2018
As we mark 50 years since the passing of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., we are reminded that ideas far outlive acts of inhumanity and history remembers a servant’s heart. May we continue to preserve the principles of justice and understanding for which he dedicated his life. pic.twitter.com/SsPUlws8O7
— Former Gov. Nathan Deal (@GovernorDeal) April 4, 2018
50 years ago today, Dr. King's life was tragically cut short - but that did not stop his immortal words, his courageous example and his faith from inspiring generations of Americans. Today we honor the man and the Dream. #MLK50
— Vice President Mike Pence (@VP) April 4, 2018
Martin Luther King Jr. was a nonviolent revolutionary. It is up to us to follow in his footsteps and carry forth his mission to abolish racism and poverty. #MLK50 #IAM2018 pic.twitter.com/fj3zu1cO8U
— Bernie Sanders (@SenSanders) April 4, 2018
50 years ago today, I learned the painful news that my friend, my mentor, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. had been assassinated in Memphis, TN. He was my brother, my leader--that day it felt like something died in all of us. pic.twitter.com/WkjkxJvXTC
— John Lewis (@repjohnlewis) April 4, 2018
On this April 4 in the @CityOfMemphis, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
— Mayor Jim Strickland (@MayorMemphis) April 4, 2018
We stand here looking at 50 years of progress -- and we acknowledge all the work still before us.
On this day, in this city, may Dr. King's vision inspire us for the work ahead. #MLK50
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on the 50th anniversary of his death, flags at the State Capitol and all State of Tennessee office buildings will fly at half-staff until sunset today. pic.twitter.com/P5Vf9Ke38h
— Bill Haslam (@BillHaslam) April 4, 2018
50 years ago today, the world lost a hero of the Civil Rights Movement, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. His promotion of peace & love for humanity continues to serve as a model to all. I’m proud to commend Dr. King to honor his life, legacy & ultimate sacrifice for Civil Rights. pic.twitter.com/zuKaFlhje8
— Governor Kay Ivey (@GovernorKayIvey) April 4, 2018
Fifty years after his death Dr. King’s work lives on—reminding us all that on this hallowed day we should celebrate his legacy not as a wistful memory, but as an enduring call to action. #MLK50 https://t.co/hMTwfAjzJV
— Bill Clinton (@BillClinton) April 4, 2018
It’s been 50 years since the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. He was a champion for many nobel causes, the last of which was the labor movement in Memphis to support the Sanitation Workers Strike in their push for better working conditions. #MLK50 pic.twitter.com/BrcnLOKiOX
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) April 4, 2018
Dr. King was proof that the promise of America can beat so strongly in the heart of one person they can move this nation. We can all -- 300 plus million Americans -- honor Dr. King’s legacy by remembering that today. #MLK50
— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) April 4, 2018
50 years after Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated, our country remains divided. Whether or not the dream lives on depends on our willingness to fight for racial justice with urgency. #MLK50 https://t.co/4qVTXUb3MO
— ACLU (@ACLU) April 4, 2018
“Let us be dissatisfied until men and women, however black they may be, will be judged on the basis of the content of their character, not on the basis of the color of their skin. Let us be dissatisfied.” — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.#MLK50 pic.twitter.com/PZpDo3hapy
— Mike Conley (@MCONLEY10) April 4, 2018
We must honor Dr. King's memory and the memories of those who fought by his side by continuing to protect the right to vote, lift up struggling communities, expand access to a quality education & break the cycle of poverty & injustice that continue to plague millions. #MLK50 pic.twitter.com/oZkPMqln5G
— Nancy Pelosi (@SpeakerPelosi) April 4, 2018
50 yrears ago today Humanity lost a great friend, and so did I. #MLK50 @Lawrence @MSNBC @NBA @celtics @espn pic.twitter.com/UIRhSGkmJo
— TheBillRussell (@RealBillRussell) April 4, 2018
MBK50: Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.This week, 50 years after Martin Luther King, Jr. was killed on his hotel balcony in Memphis, I spent a few hours in Washington, D.C. with my friend Congressman John Lewis and a group of young men for a My Brother's Keeper Alliance roundtable. During our time together, we reflected on Dr. King’s remarkable legacy – his teachings of nonviolence, his moral urgency, the courage and strength required to stand up for what you believe in, especially when it’s hard. John and I weren’t there to lecture these young men. Their generation already knows about justice and fairness, right and wrong, the world as it is and the world as it should be. We were there to share our experiences across three generations, to ask questions, and to learn from each other. My thanks to John and these young men for participating in this conversation and for teaching me so much.
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