Martin Luther King III

Statement from the King Family on the Release of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Assassination Files: “We recognize that the release of documents concerning the assassination of our father, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., has long been a subject of interest, captivating public…

One year after the Supreme Court weakened 'Chevron' deference, the ATF can no longer enforce critical gun safety rules — putting even more lives in danger. Gun violence isn’t distant, it’s personal. It impacts all of us. thehill.com/opinion/judici…

Malcolm-Jamal Warner brought depth, dignity, and joy to our screens for four decades. He helped redefine how Black men were seen in media, with tenderness, humor, and grace. Rest in power to this true trailblazer. 🕊️ cnn.com/2025/07/22/ent…

Breonna Taylor’s life mattered. Nearly 5 years later, her family stood in court without real support from the DOJ. 33 months is more than nothing—but far from justice. We won’t stop saying her name. #BreonnaTaylor apnews.com/article/breonn…

You’re in our hearts forever, Dad.

Empowering women isn’t just a cause; It is critical to human progress. @melindagates shares how one mother’s question, "What about my shot?” sparked a movement for reproductive freedom and global equity. 📘 Discover stories that keep giving back.

On this #MagnificentMonday, I’m reflecting on our family’s recent trip to Kenya—a journey rooted in service, purpose, and global solidarity. In the words of the great Wangari Maathai: “In the course of history, there comes a time when humanity is called to shift to a new level—

Today we’re witnessing a coordinated attack on the very tools designed to create a representative democracy, dependent on an educated citizenry and checks and balances of power in our government.

My father’s dream was rooted in more than hope. He understood that "love without power is sentimental and anemic," and that building the Beloved Community requires ongoing and steadfast democratic action.

Leadership doesn’t come from above. It starts with us. With 'No Kings' we proved that. But protecting democracy is not a one-and-done assignment. As my mother said, it is a generational endeavor.

Peace, justice, and equity are not achieved overnight. They are built through persistence, courage, and collective action.

True, lasting change requires more than moral outrage. It requires organization and unshakable persistence. Most importantly, it requires love.

Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. theguardian.com/us-news/2025/j…

Happy Nelson Mandela International Day! He believed that each of us has the power to create a more just world. We honor his legacy by serving others today and every day.

Today, we remember Rev. C.T. Vivian and Rep. John Lewis, who left this life on the same day. But we must do more than just remember. As scripture says, “Let us not grow weary in doing good.” We must fight for justice. Protect the vote. Get in good trouble. Keep marching.…

This is exactly what John Lewis would have wanted us to do. More of this! #GoodTrouble axios.com/local/chicago/…

Legacies of disconnection can become legacies of connection. When we recognize harmful patterns and choose a different path, we don’t just heal ourselves — we help heal the world. 🎧 Listen on YouTube #MyLegacyPodcast youtube.com/@MyLegacyMovem…

Incinerating 500 tons of emergency rations—enough to feed 1.5 million children—instead of distributing them to the most vulnerable people in the world is a cruel moral failure of unprecedented scale. theatlantic.com/health/archive…

#OTD in 1966, my father delivered “The Role of Education in the Civil Rights Movement” at Syracuse University. He reminded us that nonviolent resistance is the most potent weapon available to oppressed people in their struggle for freedom and human dignity.