On 2 July 1964, Johnson signed the new Civil Rights Act of 1964 into law with King and other civil rights leaders present.

When President Johnson signed the bill into law that same day in a nationally televised broadcast, he was joined by civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr., who had been instrumental in leading the public mobilization efforts in favor of civil rights legislation.

In "The Civil Rights Act of 1964" the authors credit Dr. King with having secured the Bill's passage with his heartfelt speech on August 28th and also with his nonviolent protests at Birmingham.

Jan 17, 2025 · Summary of H.Res.48 - 119th Congress (2025-2026): Honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., by celebrating diversity, promoting tolerance, and condemning hate.

After 13 months, the U.S. Supreme Court held that Alabama’s laws segregating buses were unconstitutional, and the boycott ended in success. Leading the boycott was the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., whose actions made him a regional and national figure.

1 day ago · The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was intended to end discrimination based on race, color, religion, or national origin in the United States. The act gave federal law enforcement agencies the power to prevent racial discrimination in employment, voting, and the use of public facilities.

4 days ago · Explore the pivotal role of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in shaping the Civil Rights Movement and the passage of landmark legislation, Civil Rights Act and Voting Rights Act.

The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., born on January 15, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia, used nonviolent resistance to overcome racial injustice and end segregation laws, and became the most visible leader of the 20th century civil rights movement.

Jun 8, 2020 · President Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act in 1964. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated April 4, 1968, sparking riots in cities nationwide.

Jan 13, 2025 · Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke Delivers Remarks Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy and Farewell Remarks to the Justice Department