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    On August 28, 1963, Martin Luther King Jr. spoke to over 250,000 civil rights supporters on the on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial to end racism in the United States. This occurred on the day of March in Washington, which encouraged Civil Rights and equality for African Americans. Martin Luther King Jr. gave his speech with the goal of encouraging many individuals to end segregation. His “I Have a Dream” speech was very effective due to the use of metaphors, repetition, historical references,…

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    Martin Luther King Jr. a excellent leader, with his influential speeches and vision, that no matter what race a person was he believe that everyone had the oblication to have the same opportunities and rights.He was able to make a significant turn in our society by being involved in the civil rights movement, by being able to change the country and the world for the better, a noticeable way. Martin Luther King Jr. was born on in Atlanta on January 15,1929, he was raised in a really religious…

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    been bathed in honey and kissed by the sun. I reached across the coffee- colored desk to get a closer look at the man’s face. A face is that was all too similar to me in a sea of white and olive colored shades. I was enamored with the face of Martin Luther King Jr. The purpose of watching this man’s face was to view and place in context the struggles of African-Americans in the 1960s as well as analyze the strength and power that radiated off the orator. My smile grew wider, my cheeks began to…

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    Martin Luther King, Jr. was the voice of the Century. On August 28, 1963, King delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech, now one of the most famous speeches ever given in United States history (Haskins, 1992, p.15). On this day in history, The March on Washington was the largest and most peaceful demonstration that had ever occurred in the nation's capital. This was a celebration of the progress made so far and the promise to come. The highlight of the day came with ceremonies on the steps of the…

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    Martin Luther King, Jr. accomplished many things in his lifetime. His greatest belief in the world was equality for all. He fought hard his whole life to make peace and change the minds of racists. Martin was a minister, so he shared his beliefs at church and other places. His most famous and notable speech was at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. He spoke to thousands of people black and white and shared his feelings and expressed his ideas about equality. “We hold these to truths…

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    Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. an American Baptist minister and renowned civil rights leader, until his assassination in 1968. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr is best remembered by his speech, “I Have a Dream,” expressing his want for peace, and racial equality. His wants captured the hearts of millions during the sixties. The key message in Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. speech is that all people should be equal in the future and fight for it now. As Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. gave his speech on the…

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    During the 20th century, racism was a huge issue towards the African American. On August 28, 1963, Martin Luther King Jr.(leader of the civil rights) stood in front of millions and gave his “I Have a Dream Speech” on the steps of Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC. Millions of people were gathered for a march for jobs and freedom to convince the Congress and President at that time to pass a civil rights bill. On January 1, 1863, John. F. Kennedy signed the Emancipation Proclamation. African…

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    In the past this conflict started up for many reasons. However they were soon solved and a person named Martin Luther King Jr. helped out and said these quotes. “Freedom is never voluntarily given by the oppressor; it must be demanded by the oppressed.” (Martin Luther King, Jr. Quotes, unknown) and “We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope.” (Top 10 MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. QUOTES, unknown). First let's talk…

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    Martin Luther King Jr was a very prominent person during the era when White people discriminated against African Americans. He shaped the United States into what it is today. The letter written by Martin Luther King Jr, talked about the many struggles African- Americans had while living with discrimination in the United States. Many people that lived through discrimination could agree that many of the different laws that were passed did not help with being discriminated against. As Mr. King…

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    sermon by Martin Luther King Jr. which explains how everyone wants to become a leader, but no one wants to become a leader for justice, peace, and righteousness. This Sermon is to inform and persuade the reader about the beliefs Martin Luther king had. Martin Luther king Jr. gave his speech on February 4, 1968 and was assassinated 2 months later in April 4, 1968. The target audience were African Americans, protesters, and the people attending in the Ebenezer Baptism Church. Martin Luther King…

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