Updated July 28, 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his "I Have a Dream" speech on this day in 1963.
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Who was Martin Luther King Jr.?
Martin Luther King Jr. was an American Baptist minister, activist, and leader in the civil rights movement. He led peaceful protests and advocated for nonviolent resistance to combat racial segregation and discrimination. He drew inspiration from Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy of nonviolence and believed in peaceful protests, civil disobedience, and the power of love to combat injustice.
What is Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech?
Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" is one of his most famous speeches. He delivered it during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom on August 28, 1963. The speech called for an end to racism and envisioned a future of racial harmony and equality in America.
How is Martin Luther King Jr. remembered today?
Martin Luther King Jr. is remembered as a visionary leader and an icon of the civil rights movement. His contributions to racial equality, his commitment to nonviolence, and his speeches continue to inspire and guide people in the ongoing pursuit of justice and equality. His birthday, January 15, is celebrated as a national holiday in the United States and called Martin Luther King Jr. Day.