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    the bounds of society equality‚ power‚ a chance at a new life. Martin Luther King Jr.‚ a Civil Rights activist in a time of inequality went against the tide of society in attempt to bring fairness to Black men‚ women‚ and children across America. Adolf Hitler‚ a political leader before and during World War 2‚ used his abilities to push his own agenda against the Jewish people to create his own “perfect” society. Martin Luther KingJr. was a man who faced prejudice‚ segregation‚ and police brutality

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    Martin had many influences throughout his life‚ many of which would shape his rhetoric‚ and the way he handled himself and those around him. Martin’s influences could be traced back to three things: his parents and home life‚ his education‚ and then his own personal experiences with racism. These three topics shaped Martin and his views on racism‚ and they were also what made him the most respected and the most admired Civil Rights Leader of his time. Martin’s Parents and Home Life Martin

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    Martin Luther KingJr. Student Name Institution Famous Deeds of Martin Luther King‚ Jr.Change is the single permanent thing in this world. Time passes‚ events happen and soon they are forgotten‚ but some people leave permanent marks on history and the life of others. People who leave marks are said to be famous. These people have the courage to dream‚ change the lives of others‚ and have the capacity to accept the new and escape the old. One such person is Martin Luther KingJr. born Michael

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    Maggie Albright Essay 3 Eller 16‚ November 2015 Martin Luther King Jr. There is no doubt that Martin Luther King Jr. did many great things throughout his lifetime that positively affected the world. MLK brought great racial acceptance to the United States of America‚ changing the way this country is to this day. MLK‚ being the founder of the SCLC and leader of the American Civil Rights Movement‚ has impacted the African-American race greatly along with the rest of our country. Not only did MLK stand

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    speech “I have a dream” by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.‚ the topic of equal rights for black and white people is discussed. The author do this through stating that segregation is not still going to be a problem and that the United States will be in peace. He mentioned that the country would accepted the idea of equality but this should be achieved slowly over a long period of time. Moreover‚ he talked about his goal of unification like brothers and sisters. Martin Luther King ends his speech by saying “Free

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    Martin Luther King Jr. once stated that “The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience‚ but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” This means that if you want to judge a person‚ look to see how they act in times of trouble and hardship. Anyone can act calm when they’re doing nothing and everything’s all hunky dory. But only a good person can remain just as calm and positive in times of crisis and stress. “The Crucible” by Arthur Miller

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    3 5/1/16 Martin Luther King Jr "I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin" Martin luther King Jr. was the leader of the African American civil rights movement. He was born on January 15‚ 1929‚ in Atlanta. He is the grandchild of the pastor of Ebenezer Baptist. He stood up for African American who wanted to be equal to whites‚ he was the leader of the civil rights movement. Martin luther King Jr. protested

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    Martin Luther KingJr. was born on January 15‚ 1929‚ in Atlanta‚ Georgia. He died on April 4‚ 1968. The sermons and speeches of Dr. Martin Luther KingJr.‚ mirrored the southern black preaching that covered his childhood in Atlanta. As a boy‚ he witnessed many occasions when his dad and mom refused to be intimidated by segregationist policies. His parents are always linked their resistance to moral values. Kings first speech to an audience was his “Give us the Ballot” during the prayer pilgrimage

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    Hailey Paddock ENG 101 October 1‚ 2013 Martin Luther King Jr.’s speech “Letter from Birmingham Jail” involves a lot of persuasion to get his point across. This is one of Kings most memorable speeches and for all the right reasons. King was in jail when he wrote this speech‚ but that didn’t stop him from writing this amazing speech in which thousands of people read. In his “Letter from Birmingham Jail” King talks about how he follows just laws‚ but breaks unjust laws. He is educated

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    were treated more favourably by law courts. In contrast‚ black Americans lived in poorer areas‚ had less money‚ and fewer job opportunities. In addition‚ they would often be victims of racist abuse from members of the public. I have chosen Martin Luther King as the most significant event of the 20th century in my opinion because he firstly affected millions of people lives and quite frankly changed they way in which we live to day. Martin Luther King was born in Atlanta on January 15th 1929. His father

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