Special Edition: Southwestern Civil Rights Archives No. 1- Arizona in the National Spotlight: The Fight for a Martin Luther King Holiday in Arizona, and Why Dr. King's Service Matters Now and Matters Here

Warren Stewart reflects on his journey to Arizona in the 1970s as a young minister, placing his work within the history of Black migration and human rights advocacy in the state, recounting his leadership in the six-year, multiracial campaign to secure recognition of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday after its repeal and explaining how that victory empowered broader movements for justice, from later challenges to SB 1070 to ongoing activism, while also sharing the music that sustains him and what gives him hope.This podcast is for educational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the host and guests and do not reflect the views of Arizona State University or the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. Nothing discussed should be considered legal advice or a substitute for professional counsel. All errors are the responsibility of the speaker.