Sharing MLK's 'Drum Major Instinct' to Serve
WWII Vet Follows His 'Drum Major Instinct'
One of the first black Marines, Theodore Peters, tells The Root why he still serves his community after all these years.
Don't Forget the Climb to the Mountaintop
Youth must know the histories of freedom struggles beyond MLK and Mandela, says a civil rights vet.
A Centenarian Dedicated to Giving
At 106, Marguirette Levere proves that community service is a lifelong pursuit.
The Man Who Bailed Out MLK
This Unsung Hero was a bail bondsman for civil rights activists as well as a radio pioneer.
In Their Words: MLK's Legacy
In the shadow of his new memorial in Washington, D.C., visitors share their thoughts on the legend.
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