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A double shot for today's Daily-ist. Head over to the Rothko Chapel for a gospel musical performance honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., then cruise by Pictures Plus Gallery to see Houston sculptor David Addicks unveil the newest addition to his Presidential head sculptures, that of Barack Obama, who tomorrow will be inaugurated as our country's 44th President.

Several parades celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. will roll through the Houston area. Galveston is still reeling from the effects of Hurricane Ike, but organizers plan to fete Dr. King none the less. The parade is being scaled-back somewhat to a march. The Unity March will be held Saturday at Noon on the island.

Forty-years ago today a man with the dream was assassinated in Memphis but the effects were felt across the country. Martin Luther King, Jr. grew up as the son and grandson of a pastor and would become one himself in 1954. Ten years later King would become the youngest person in history to win the Nobel Peace Prize for his work to end segregation in the fight against racism. King was killed after having addressed a rally of striking workers for years later. Killing the man did not stop the dream. But, the loss of King altered the realization of the dream of ending racism. It would be interesting to get his take on the current political, social and economic events in the US today - particularly with regard to the upcoming presidential election. Would King be happy with his legacy as it has been shaped by society, history and his supporters?