By Jonathan Capehart Opinion writer On Sunday, I was invited to give the keynote address at a celebration of the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., at Bethany Baptist Church in Newark. Judging by the reaction of the congregation, there is righteous anger and pain over what is happening in our country under President Trump. Below are the remarks I delivered. As … [Read more...] about How to honor Martin Luther King Jr. in the age of Trump
Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream lives in acts of justice big and small
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., had to have known as he delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech 57 years ago that the moment would change a nation. After the historic March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, King stood before a sea of 250,000 people gathered Aug. 28, 1963, below the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. He rose to the occasion, departing from his … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream lives in acts of justice big and small
Three important lessons we can learn from Dr. King’s legacy
Exactly 91 years ago to the day, a child was born in Atlanta, Georgia named Michael King, Jr. who would change the world. His father would eventually change his name in honor of the German leader of the Protestant Reformation, and it was by that name – Martin Luther King, Jr. – that the world would remember him nearly a century later. Few names in modern American history … [Read more...] about Three important lessons we can learn from Dr. King’s legacy
The legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
By The Late Coretta Scott King Special to the Milwaukee Times Reprint from 1985, during the passage of the King Holiday bill by the U.S. Senate. We have set in motion a great celebration of freedom and justice, in honor of America’s hero and patriot, Martin Luther King, Jr. When Martin began his career, the principles of social justice for which he stood were … [Read more...] about The legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue January 23, 2020
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Why Dr. King’s ‘Dream’ is important now more than ever
On January 20, 2020 our nation will remember civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with a day in his honor. It couldn't come at a better time, as this nation deals with extreme polarization and a resurgence of negativity of all kinds, from racism to political apathy. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., never held political office, nor was he a mighty businessman. But he … [Read more...] about Why Dr. King’s ‘Dream’ is important now more than ever
Center for Veterans Issues announces naming of new building after Milwaukee Brigadier General Robert A. Cocroft
On Thursday, November 19, 2019 during their 30th anniversary celebration at the Pfister Hotel, the Center for Veterans issues (CVI), LTD announced the name of their soon-to-open Veterans Resource Center would be named after their co-founder Retired Brigadier General Robert A. Cocroft (inset). Accepting the honor on the late Brigadier General Cocroft's behalf was his wife … [Read more...] about Center for Veterans Issues announces naming of new building after Milwaukee Brigadier General Robert A. Cocroft
MKE Fellows host 2019 Annual Holiday Luncheon
On Thursday, December 19, 2019, The MKE Fellows hosted their 2019 Annual Holiday Luncheon at Quarles and Brady, LLP's downtown offices. The MKE Fellows program participants interacted with friends and supporters and greeted new members. As part of the luncheon the Fellows honored three outstanding individual for their community service efforts. Community service is one of … [Read more...] about MKE Fellows host 2019 Annual Holiday Luncheon
Margaret Martin celebrates 80th Birthday
On Saturday, December 21, 2019, Margaret Martin received the best birthday present she could have imagined, in the form of a surprise 80th birthday party hosted by her family at the Joel Kinlow Center on Appleton and Congress. The party included more than 70 family, friends and church family who honored Margaret on her special day. Margaret was presented a special … [Read more...] about Margaret Martin celebrates 80th Birthday
Real talk about the REAL ID (Week 3)
GET YOUR REAL ID DEADLINE: OCTOBER 1, 2020 Even though the mandatory REAL ID is not required until October 1, 2020, you can begin upgrading to the REAL ID or requesting the REAL ID when renewing your driver’s license now. According to the Department of Homeland Security, REAL ID compliant cards are generally marked with a star located in the upper portion of the card. It can … [Read more...] about Real talk about the REAL ID (Week 3)