New York commemorates the 101st birthday of Malcolm X, a prominent advocate for human rights and influential African American leader.

New York honors the 101st birthday of Malcolm X, recognizing him as an advocate for human rights and one of the most influential African American leaders in history. Born in 1925, Malcolm X became a minister and national spokesperson for the Nation of Islam. After leaving the organization, he founded Muslim Mosque, Inc. and the Organization of Afro-American Unity. His pilgrimage to Mecca transformed his views on race, leading him to promote unity among all races. Malcolm X was assassinated in 1965, but his legacy endures as a symbol of the struggle for equality and opportunity.

New York commemorates the 101st birthday of Malcolm X, a prominent advocate for human rights and influential African American leader.

New York honors the 101st birthday of Malcolm X, recognizing him as an advocate for human rights and one of the most influential African American leaders in history. Born in 1925, Malcolm X became a minister and national spokesperson for the Nation of Islam. After leaving the organization, he founded Muslim Mosque, Inc. and the Organization of Afro-American Unity. His pilgrimage to Mecca transformed his views on race, leading him to promote unity among all races. Malcolm X was assassinated in 1965, but his legacy endures as a symbol of the struggle for equality and opportunity.