Bernice King Issues PSA To Politicians Following Trump’s MLK Invocation

Bernice King called on politicians not to misrepresent her father’s legacy after Donald Trump referenced Martin Luther King Jr. during his inauguration on MLK Day. She urged politicians to quote MLK in support of voting rights, civil rights, and eradicating racism, poverty, and war. Trump mentioned MLK in his speech, promising to honor his legacy and work towards realizing his dream. Bernice King delivered a powerful speech at the annual commemorative service for her father, highlighting the contrast between MLK’s legacy and the current political climate. She emphasized the importance of upholding MLK’s values of freedom, justice, and democracy.