Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a radical dreamer with a bold vision for revolutionary change. But he was a man before he became a martyr. A beloved father, husband, and son. As we reflect on his life and legacy, let’s not forget his humanity. Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley@RepPressley Proudly serving the Massachusetts 7th.

Dr. King spoke of “the fierce urgency of now,” noting that we cannot wait for change. It’s this urgency we all should move with to ensure justice and equity for all. Today, may we remember Dr. King’s fight for justice rooted in love and liberation. Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib@RepRashida Unapologetic Congresswoman fighting for justice for all. Proudly representing Michigan’s 12th District in the People’s House.

Today, we honor the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by continuing his unfinished work to redeem the soul of America. President Biden@POTUS·United States government official .

A year ago I wrote: Dr. Martin Luther King was not treated very well by us White people while he was alive. As Representative Ayanna Pressley said: “Dr. King wasn’t murdered because he was a preacher, pacifist with a dream, that is revisionist history. He was murdered because he was a radical disruptor of the status quo, considered by the FBI & white America to be a threat to our country. The FBI even tried to blackmail him, suggesting that he kill himself. He didn’t become an American hero until after he was dead and no longer a threat to White supremacy.” Today is a good day to remember that.

Today is still a good day to remember that.