Dr. Martin Luther King

In what year was MLK's birthday recognized as a National Holiday? Why do you think it took so long?

MLK's birthday was signed in by Ronald Reagan in the year 1983 and was first observed in the year 1986. It took so long because Reverend Dr. Martin Luther Kings Jr. death was in1968. I believe it took so long because no one thought about a celebration day for MLK's day until Ronald Reagan came up with it.To my opinion after the sacrifice that Dr. King attend to make for our people and the change he made for us including Malcolm X, only one person had stood up for Martin Luther King. "ARE YOU KIDDING ME?". He is our leader, a REVOLUTIONARY who bought change to our world, community, and continent.
Dr. Martin Luther King was name Michael Luther king but, was changed to Martin. It is very obvious how a Young child had overcome a destiny as an intellectual gentlemen, who bought change to our nation and receive an holiday immediately. Sometimes I wonder where were my peoples head at during those years when Malcolm X or Dr. Martin Luther King death had approach. They would at least thought to give Martin Luther King a hand for protection after Malcolm X was assassinated and give Martin a holiday.
Martin Luther King attend college in Morehouse College for his bachelors then Boston University for his doctorate.
As you can see, I believe Martin Luther King Holiday took a long time to overcome.

My Reflection