MLK’s style was carried out in the words he used. When he shared what was in his heart he had a way of putting a combination of facts, hopes, and encouragement together in each sentence. Throughout his letter written while in jail, he expressed an emotional appeal, which he knew would make a stronger connection with each reader. He understood his audience and knew religion was important to each person he addressed. The topic was an unpopular subject to write about and impossible to do without emotion. King showed his passion for the Negro people by being willing to address the very people he knew who could and should make a stand with him over injustice. Like Paul, he expected a lot from his fellow Christians. King knew he was writing to
