Comparing Obama And Martin Luther King Jr.

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The two speeches presented are speeches given by very notable speakers. One by Obama and on by Martin Luther King Jr., but both of these speeches are designed for inspiration. I believe both speeches are meant for people to look back on where they came from and to look forward to where they want to be. While Mr. King refers to his dream, Obama looks to honor his dream and everyone that helped make it possible. The most effective writing technique featured in both speeches is repetition. The speakers look to emphasize how important their topic is and want to leave a lasting impression on their audience. I believe that the location of these speeches emphasize the importance of the idea trying to be portrayed. These memorials provide another side

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