Despite the cold, dozens attend MLK march in Everett

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Aaron Gaines and his family participated in a march in Everett, Washington to honor the civil rights icon. Gaines, who was born in Mississippi during segregation, wants his children and grandchildren to understand the reality of that time. He believes that MLK Day is not just about having a day off but about taking action throughout the year. Many families attended the march, with some participating for the first time. The event was organized by the Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee, whose president emphasized that the march is not just a commemoration but a continuation of King's work towards building a beloved community and fighting racism.

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