MLK Day 2025: Why is his federal holiday so special? 3 things we bet you did not know
Martin Luther King Jr.'s achievements and contributions to American society are celebrated every year and this year, interestingly, this year's date coincides with Donald Trump's inauguration ceremony which is deemed as ironic by many, but the fact is undeniable that MLK Day gives hopes and strength to every American out there to fight and protect their civil rights.
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MLK Day: Only non-President to be honored with a federal holiday
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. fought tirelessly to eradicate racism from the United States and his fight against nonviolence earned him a deserved Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. Interestingly, it is also celebrated as the only non-president with a federal holiday. This is one of the biggest milestones for any US individual and symbolizes just how much Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. means to Americans.
Auspicious occasion usually celebrated as a national day of service
Unknown to many, MLK Day every year is celebrated like a national day of service where the entire nation, cities, and local communities host ceremonies and volunteer events.
Federal holiday demand began four days after Martin Luther King's assassination
The campaign and demand for a federal holiday in Martin Luther King Jr.'s honor began four days after he was assassinated, and ultimately it got the green light after several years. In 1983, the then President Ronald
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