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The long struggle to establish Martin Luther King Jr. Day - MSN
Then in 1987, Gov. Evan Mecham rescinded his predecessor's executive order enacting a state holiday in Arizona. ... Martin Luther King Jr. Day's reach has only grown in its 42 years.
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Arizona was among last states to recognize MLK Day. Here's why - azcentral.com
King was born on Jan. 15, 1929. MLK Day 2025: Where to celebrate Dr. King's legacy in metro Phoenix When did Martin Luther King Jr. die? King was assassinated on April 4, 1968, at the Lorraine ...
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a U.S. holiday and national day of service. It took a long time for the country to get there - PBS
Then in 1987, Gov. Evan Mecham rescinded his predecessor’s executive order enacting a state holiday in Arizona. ... Martin Luther King Jr. Day’s reach has only grown in its 42 years.
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MLK Day 2025: Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Service in Atlanta - MSN
As the nation recognizes Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a traditional celebration will take place locally. ... In 1987, Arizona Gov. Evan Mecham rescinded MLK Day as his first act in office.
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The long struggle to establish Martin Luther King Jr. Day - NBC News
Then in 1987, Gov. Evan Mecham rescinded his predecessor’s executive order enacting a state holiday in Arizona. ... Martin Luther King Jr. Day’s reach has only grown in its 42 years.