“I have a dream that my four children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character”(abcnewsgo.com).
These words were spoken with passion and boldness by the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in his “I Have a Dream” speech.
King was no ordinary man. With the help of many others, King led the Civil Right Moment and paved the way for racial equality.
King strived for equality, and championed nonviolence in combating oppression.
Instead of violent riots and protest, King chose peaceful protests and civil objection. Most important, he spoke passionately about eliminating racial barriers and becoming a nation that did not characterize people by the color of their skin.
Because of his efforts King in 1964 won the Noble Peace Prize, in 1964, which was. one of his greatest honors.
The Civil Rights Act, which abolished all forms of racial segregation, was established in 1964. Because of King’s work, we can be grateful for the racial equality and freedom we now have.
“Dr. King is one of the greatest figures in world history, not just American history. His firm commitment to nonviolence and social justice stand as a shining example for humanity,” said Dr. Daniel Paracka, director of Education Abroad and associate professor of Education at Kennesaw State University.
“His words, his work and his cause are inspirational.”
“He’s significant because he made the passions of many recognized worldwide and he took action when some couldn’t and some didn’t know how to,” Sarah Roberts, junior and Human Services major, said.