‘The struggle continues’: MLK Day celebrated amid tense political climate
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day was commemorated across the U.S. on Monday with parades and services. However, celebrations were tempered by concerns over racial and social inequality amid current political tensions. In Harlem, Rev. Al Sharpton spoke against the Trump administration's immigration policies, referencing a recent shooting in Minneapolis and urging unity. In Brooklyn, the newly-installed New York City mayor framed inequality as an economic issue. In Washington, D.C., hundreds marched along Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, emphasizing the ongoing struggle for equality and justice. Participants highlighted the importance of continuing King's work and recognizing the universal nature of the fight for civil rights.
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