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As we reflect on the crucial work yet to be done to reach Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream, let’s remember the widespread influence a well-written document can have.

Just sharing his Nobel Prize acceptance speech - relevant as ever. (Martin Luther King’s Acceptance Speech, on the occasion of the award of the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo, 10 December 1964) Your Majesty, Your Royal Highness, Mr. President, Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen: I accept the Nobel Prize for Peace at a moment when 22 million Negroes of the United States of America are engaged in a creative battle to end the long night of racial injustice. I accept this award on behalf of a civil rights movement which is moving with determination and a majestic scorn for risk and danger to establish a reign of freedom and a rule of justice. I am mindful that only yesterday in Birmingham, Alabama, our children, crying out for brotherhood, were answered with fire hoses, snarling dogs and even death. I am mindful that only yesterday in Philadelphia, Mississippi, young people seeking to secure the right to vote were brutalized and murdered. And only yesterday more than 40 houses of worship in the State of Mississippi alone were bombed or burned because they offered a sanctuary to those who would not accept segregation. I am mindful that debilitating and grinding poverty afflicts my people and chains them to the lowest rung of the economic ladder. Therefore, I must ask why this prize is awarded to a movement which is beleaguered and committed to unrelenting struggle; to a movement which has not won the very peace and brotherhood which is the essence of the Nobel Prize. After contemplation, I conclude that this award which I receive on behalf of that movement is a profound recognition that nonviolence is the answer to the crucial political and moral question of our time – the need for man to overcome oppression and violence without resorting to violence and oppression. Civilization and violence are antithetical concepts. Negroes of the United States, following the people of India, have demonstrated that nonviolence is not sterile passivity, but a powerful moral force which makes for social transformation. Sooner or later all the people of the world will have to discover a way to live together in peace, and thereby transform this pending cosmic elegy into a creative psalm of brotherhood. If this is to be achieved, man must evolve for all human conflict a method which rejects revenge, aggression and retaliation. The foundation of such a method is love. The tortuous road which has led from Montgomery, Alabama to Oslo bears witness to this truth. This is a road over which millions of Negroes are travelling to find a new sense of dignity. This same road has opened for all Americans a new era of progress and hope. It has led to a new Civil Rights Bill, and it will, I am convinced, be widened and lengthened into a super highway of justice as Negro and white men in increasing numbers create alliances to overcome their common problems. (read the rest here: https://lnkd.in/ebXScWNv)

Teaching young people, inspiring, motivating, build confidence, imagination

Wanted to share one of my favorite Martin Luther King Jr. quotes that I shared recently in a sales meeting, "The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy." - MLK JR.   I love this quote because it pushes me to continually grow and know that growth is uncomfortable. If I am not growing and moving forward, then I am dying. #MLK #growthmindset #challenges #movingforward

On this day (and every day), we honor the hope, determination, and courage of Martin Luther King, Jr., and the many others who have fought to extend our country's founding values of freedom and equality. Learn more at https://buff.ly/3SduwaW

Today we honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., whose activism continues to inspire new generations to mobilize for social justice. How do you plan to spend your Martin Luther King Jr. Day? Check out some ideas here: https://lnkd.in/ep_kHtAS

“Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'" Today we celebrate the life and the accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Learn more at cbvrs.org.

Today, we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a beacon of hope and a champion for justice. His unwavering commitment to activism, service, and the fight against racial injustice continues to inspire us all. At OVG, we believe Dr. King's core values align perfectly with our own: integrity, respect, and giving back to the global community. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered, regardless of their background or beliefs. Here's how we're honoring Dr. King's legacy: ✅Promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce, leadership, and partnerships. ✅Supporting organizations that fight for racial equality and social justice. ✅Providing opportunities for our employees to volunteer in their communities. ✅Using our platform to raise awareness about important issues like voting rights and educational equity. Watch how many of our employees express the significance of Dr. King Jr. in their lives:

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