
On Friday, Jan. 17, Georgia Sen. Emanuel Jones, D–Decatur, unveiled updates to the Martin Luther King Jr. display on the fourth floor of the Georgia State Capitol.
The unveiling, which included new dedication plates, occurred after the 41st annual tribute to King hosted by the Martin Luther King Jr. Advisory Council.
“It was an honor to commemorate Dr. King’s legacy alongside such distinguished guests at the Capitol,” Jones, a founding member of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Advisory Council, said in a release. “Events like this serve as a powerful reminder that there is still much work to be done to ensure progress continues.
“Dr. King’s unwavering commitment to equality, inclusivity and unity continues to inspire us all,” Jones added. “Let us use this dedication as an opportunity to reignite our collective dedication to these ideals and strive toward a more just and united society.”
Several former members of the Advisory Council, including Rita Jackson Samuels and Tony Collins, attended the tribute and unveiling. They were joined by Farris Christine Watkins, King’s grandniece.