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Monday marks Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Across the nation, people are honoring the civil rights icon.

In New York City, there will be a tribute at the Brooklyn Academy of Music.

The annual event kicks off at 10 a.m. It’s just one of many celebrations happening throughout the city, and one of the largest.

This year’s theme is “Defending Democracy.”

Mayor Eric Adams will be speaking at the 38th annual celebration.

Dr. King was born 95 years ago on this day in Atlanta.

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