For more on the life and work of Dr. King, go to The King Center. 
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 • Andrew Young on King's final moments  • Facing violence, King never abandoned non-violence • Sneaking paper to MLK in jail • CNN All Access: Soledad O'Brien • Gallery: The documents: Part 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5  Send your thoughts | Your e-mails |
In 1986, the United States first observed King's birthday as a national holiday. Today, officials urge the public to remember King by participating in service projects in their communities.
• Gallery: King's life and legacy• Timeline: Civil rights in modern times • Gallery: Remembering MLK around the nation |
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