Tomorrow we celebrate MLK Day Via becauseofthem • We owe the historical feat to Coretta Scott King!⁠ ⁠ Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a revered civil rights leader who fought tirelessly for equality. A leader in the Civil Rights Movement and a pillar of hope for Black people far and wide, King’s commitment to freedom, upward economic mobility, and equal rights for African-Americans remains awe-inspiring. He sacrificed his life for our rights and every year, we honor his heroism and legacy during his birth month on a federal holiday known as Martin Luther King Jr. Day. ⁠ ⁠ While the day is a staple in our society today, it wasn’t always that way, and the road to making King Day a reality was long and arduous. As we approach MLK Day, let’s take a look back on that journey. ➡️ Here’s what you need to know about the 15-year battle behind Martin Luther King Jr. Day, courtesy of the National Museum of African American History and Culture.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ 🔗 Click the link in our bio at 👉🏾becauseof...