On Monday January 16, the USA stops for a national holiday honoring the birth of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Few communities will do anything of substance outside of giving people the day off. Dr. King died in 1968 at a time when the Civil Rights movement was in crisis and badly divided over goals, strategies and tactics. King had just written an essay which was expanded into a book "Where Do We Go From Here- Chaos or Community?". That question has never been answered.
There is no doubt that Dr. King is a giant historical figure and one of the most important Americans who changed the nation in the 20th century.
Once we go beyond the historical importance of Dr. King and remember the sad fact that he has been dead for 38 years, if brings up another question. Is Dr. King still a relevant figure in the 21st century?
Your thoughts and input are appreciated.