Martin Luther King Jr made an impact on many people, which is why we celebrate him today. Here are some fun facts about Martin Luther King Jr and the holiday:
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He started college at age 15 receiving his doctorate in systematic theology
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He is the only non president to have a national holiday in his honor
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This day is observed as a “‘day on, not a day off’ MLK Day of Service is intended to empower individuals, strengthen communities, bridge barriers, create solutions to social problems, and move us closer to Dr. King’s vision of a Beloved Community’”
A few of our favorite quotes from Martin Luther King Jr:
