On January 1st, 1963, Dr. Martin Luther King’s speech, “ I Have a Dream” a great act of history was publicized to the masses as this speech was beyond its time. Thousands of people gathered in attendance to see a revolution take place right before their eyes. The theme of his speech covered racial injustice while also having a desire for unity. His purpose in all the courageous acts he accomplished over the years was to judge a being by the content of their character as opposed to race. His rhetorical approach to situations at a time of racial segregation will always continue to influence society. The use of appeals such as logos, pathos, and ethos are strategies which support this speech. From a standpoint of reasoning, this speech had
