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Queen King: The life and Legacy of Coretta Scott King

Sarah-Rosetta
Last updated: 2023/02/01 at 7:30 PM
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Coretta Scott King: Life and Legacy
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As we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, BLACK GIRLS BOND takes this opportunity to honor Coretta Scott King, a significant figure in the Civil Rights Movement. She was a steadfast supporter of equality and justice and stood alongside her husband, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., in the fight for civil rights. Mrs. King was also instrumental in the establishment of Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a national holiday.

Coretta Scott King speaks at Peace in Vietnam Rally at Central Park New York, April 27 1968
American civil rights campaigner, and widow of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Coretta Scott King (1927 – 2006) speaks at Peace-In-Vietnam Rally, Central Park, New York, April 27, 1968. (Photo by Michael Evans/New York Times Co./Getty Images)

Coretta Scott King was a woman of remarkable grace and strength. A luminary in a time of turmoil, she was a trailblazer and a true leader in the fight for justice. Not only a supportive spouse to Martin Luther King Jr., she was an active and vocal participant in the Civil Rights Movement, participating in key events such as the Montgomery Bus Boycott, the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC), the March on Washington and more. Her oratory skills, organizational abilities and leadership qualities made her an influential figure in her own right.

“Freedom and justice cannot be parceled out in pieces to suit political convenience. I don’t believe you can stand for freedom for one group of people and deny it to others.”

After the tragic assassination of her husband, she continued his legacy with unwavering determination, establishing The King Center for Nonviolent Social Change and dedicating herself to the cause of racial equality. Her contributions to the Civil Rights Movement were not limited to this period, as she also worked to bring about change in the areas of peace and social justice. Additionally, she was a leader in the feminist movement, working to empower women and girls. Her contributions to American society were recognized by the highest civilian honors in the United States, the Presidential Medal of Freedom and the Congressional Gold Medal.

Coretta Scott King speaking at the Houston Civic Center
Surrounded by minority women at the Houston Civic Center, Coretta Scott King (1927 – 2006) talks of the resolution on minority women’s rights that won the support of the National Women’s Conference in 1977. The minority resolution, proposed by representatives of many races, declared that minority women suffered discrimination based on both race and sex.

Beyond her political activism, Mrs. King was also a devoted wife and mother, raising her four children with love and care, instilling in them values of compassion and service. Her role as a role model extends beyond the African American community, inspiring all those who strive for a more just and equal society.

“Struggle is a never-ending process. Freedom is never really won, you earn it and win it in every generation.”

Mrs. King’s tireless efforts helped bring about change in America and around the world. Her legacy lives on through the ongoing fight for civil rights, and the countless lives she touched with her kindness and wisdom. She was a woman of beauty and strength, a shining light in the darkness. Her memory will continue to inspire generations to come and her spirit will always be remembered as one of the most important figures in American history.

The King Family
Civil Rights ldr. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holding his son Martin III as his daughter Yolanda and wife Coretta greet him at the airport upon his release from Georgia State prison after incarceration for leading boycotts. (Photo by Donald Uhrbrock/Getty Images)

Coretta Scott King’s unwavering commitment to justice and equality has inspired countless people around the world. Like her husband Dr. King, her legacy continues to live on through the ongoing fight for civil rights and the many organizations and movements she helped to establish. Her memory will always be honored and respected as one of the most important figures in American history.

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