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Dr. King Quotes

Justice, legacy, and work that continued.

These Dr. King quotes look beyond the famous March on Washington to the years of work that followed, and the injustice-anywhere principle that still guides activism today. See Change quotes for more.

All Americans owe a debt of gratitude to Dr. King for his bravery and commitment to civil rights and nonviolence that changed this nation - and world - for the better.

Quotes by Eliot Engel

There is no contradiction between effective law enforcement and respect for civil and human rights. Dr. King did not stir us to move for our civil rights to have them taken away in these kinds of fashions.

Quotes by Dorothy Height

There are many people making a difference. I mean, Dr. King never held an office. Gandhi never held an office. There are people who are archetypes in our society who have never held office and made a difference.

Quotes by Dennis Kucinich

I had always known that I couldn't play Dr. King purely out of my own ability as an actor. When you look at him give those speeches, you can tell that he is taken up by something other than himself....

Quotes by David Oyelowo

It's simply incorrect to call Dr. King a Republican.

Quotes by David Garrow

Our nation has come so far since 1968 when Dr. King was assassinated, but I know we can do better to achieve The Dream, and that is why I keep marching on.

Quotes by Charles B. Rangel

In fact, the Harvard study data indicates that 70 percent of African American children attend schools that are predominately African American, about the same level as in 1968 when Dr. King died.

Quotes by Bobby Scott

Maybe for you in America, Dr. King has become boring because you hear about him so much. But for me, he is the man who has most inspired me.

Quotes by Ayman Odeh

It is absolutely ludicrous that abortion supporters would accuse a blood relative of Dr. King of hijacking the King legacy. Uncle Martin and my father, Rev. A. D. King were blood brothers. How can I hijack something that belongs to...

Quotes by Alveda King

It seems some have chosen to ignore or have simply forgotten the big-picture vision promoted by Dr. King and his kin.

Quotes by Al Sharpton

Frequently Asked Questions

What do these Dr. King quotes focus on?
They focus on his legacy, the principle that injustice anywhere threatens justice everywhere, and the work that followed his most famous speech.
Is the March on Washington mentioned?
Yes, one quote argues the real lesson from Dr. King is what he did after the march, not just during it.
Does the collection reference a specific location tied to his legacy?
Yes, one quote mentions a housing project near the Lorraine Hotel, where Dr. King was assassinated.
Is his influence on activism discussed?
Yes, one quote describes feeling compelled to use one's platform because of his teachings.
Where can I find more on change and justice?
See our Change quotes collection for related reflections.

Dr. King's influence continues to shape how people think about justice. Continue with Better and Black quotes for related reflections.