Finally in 1970, Conyers convinced New York to recognize King’s birthday. Proponents of the bill had the easier job – promoting his tireless, undeniable efforts toward equality. Others pointed to his suspected communist ties and alleged indiscretions, and demanded his FBI records to be released to the public.
Critics claimed that anyone who opposed it would be automatically deemed a racist, and that the country should not be bullied into recognizing King above many other figures who were equally deserving of the honor. The holiday was first proposed just four days after King’s death by John Conyers, a Democratic congressman from Michigan. King was a long process, full of controversy. The site is now home to the National Civil Rights Museum.Įstablishing a holiday in honor of Dr. He was assassinated on Apin Memphis, Tennessee on the balcony of the Lorraine Motel. In 1964, after moving to the forefront of the American civil rights movement, King was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to establish equal rights for African-Americans. King became pastor at Dexter Avenue Baptist church in Atlanta. They were married and had four children – two daughters and two sons. While working on his doctorate in Boston, he met Coretta Scott. After earning his high school diploma and starting college at only 15 years old, he went on to obtain a doctorate in 1955. He grew up in Atlanta, Georgia attending segregated public schools. His given name was Michael, but later he had it changed to Martin. United States (Federal holiday) US Virgin Islands (Public holiday) American Samoa (Public holiday) Show all History
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