52 years ago today.
I’m sharing this thread of photos, not to cause sadness, but to remind us of a cause as critical today as then.
The racism, poverty & militarism that my father was working to eradicate still persist.
As a result, families are mourning at this very moment...
I’m sharing this thread of photos, not to cause sadness, but to remind us of a cause as critical today as then.
The racism, poverty & militarism that my father was working to eradicate still persist.
As a result, families are mourning at this very moment...
Yet, we can overcome these persistent evils with persistent, consistent good, as demonstrated by honesty & strategic, love-centered, courageous action.
My parents believed.
I believe.
My sister, Yoki (Yolanda), carrying me at the public service for my father @Morehouse. #MLK
My parents believed.
I believe.

Grieving parents.
My paternal grandparents, Reverend MLK, Sr. and Alberta King, at the funeral service for my father at Ebenezer Baptist Church.
This service was followed by a procession to @Morehouse for a public service. #MLK
My paternal grandparents, Reverend MLK, Sr. and Alberta King, at the funeral service for my father at Ebenezer Baptist Church.
This service was followed by a procession to @Morehouse for a public service. #MLK
A grieving brother.
My uncle, Reverend A.D. King, with my brother, Martin III, and sister, Yolanda, at the funeral service for my father at Ebenezer Baptist Church. #MLK
My uncle, Reverend A.D. King, with my brother, Martin III, and sister, Yolanda, at the funeral service for my father at Ebenezer Baptist Church. #MLK
At the public funeral service @Morehouse with my mother, Coretta Scott King; my paternal grandparents, Reverend MLK, Sr. and Alberta King; and my aunt, Dr. Christine King Farris. #MLK