Today the Washington State Senate joined the nation in honoring civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. by passing a resolution recognizing his contributions to the nation. Senate Resolution 8604, honoring King’s life and legacy, passed the Senate unanimously.

“How poetically fitting it is that we celebrate the lifelong work of Dr. King to achieve a color-blind society on the same day that the nation recognizes the inauguration of the first black president to his second term,” said Sen. Rodney Tom, the Senate Majority Leader.

“I can think of no better way for Washington legislators to honor the legacy of Dr. King than by pulling together, regardless of race, creed, national origin and political affiliation, to address the real concerns of all Washingtonians. Continue reading →