mlk day
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Aurora panelists reflect on history, legacy of MLK in Colorado
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Famed civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr. visited the Denver area at least six times in his life, according to Aurora History Museum curator Keith Outcelt, and his visits have left a enduring impression on many people who live in the area. Outcelt, who welcomed a room full of Denver-area residents to a discussion…
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Polis, political leaders join hundreds in march through Denver for MLK Day
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Colorado’s political leaders joined hundreds who took to the streets of Denver on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day during the city’s 37th annual “marade” in honor of the civil rights leader. Denver’s marade – a combination of march and parade – is one of the largest MLK Day celebrations in the country. The…
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At the Capitol, looking back to heartfelt MLK Day speeches as guard against discord
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What do fine speeches filled with lofty sentiment matter? Maybe a lot. The work-week ended Friday with the inauguration of Donald Trump. It began Monday with the celebration of Martin Luther King Day. It was a week of mixed national feelings, a week of victorious jubilation and bitter protest demonstration. On Tuesday, state House members…
