Civil Rights Movement

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New memoir tells story of Philly Black Panther who escaped prison twice

New thrift store sells clothing that embodies the civil rights movement

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A young MLK Jr. spent a few formative years in the Philly area

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Local elected officials pay tribute to civil rights leader, U.S. Rep. John Lewis

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PHOTOS: MLK Jr. in Philadelphia

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50 years after his 'Mountaintop' speech, Dr. King’s legacy still calls us to serve

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MLK visited Camden, but not a resident, report finds; daughter of homeowner agrees

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Chester church played pivotal role in King's development

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