King was recalled as always fighting for the poor and disadvantaged either as an activist, a state representative or candidate for mayor in Boston's historic 1983 election.
on Monday, where Mayor Michelle Wu made the declaration of a day of remembrance, and a wake later in the day.King’s accomplishments are numerous, including as a poet and artist. He was recalled as always fighting for the poor and disadvantaged either as an activist, a state representative or candidate for mayor in the historic 1983 election.To his family, he was a husband, father and grandfather.
"If it was up to me, I'd probably keep him to myself, but one of the grandest lessons his life has taught me is that we are not possession of anyone and to love is let our loved ones live their purpose unapologetically," granddaughter Xaivier Ringer said.Union United Methodist Church for King’s public viewing“I saw people of every race, every ethnicity, every religion in that line back there and it’s beautiful,” said Ben Flucas, who worked with King at the State House.
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