Observations
To whom is this speech attributed?
To Martin Luther King Jr.
What is the message of his speech?
To abolish segregation and establish equality between blacks and whites.
Which “great American” is he talking about at the beginning of the text?
Abraham Lincoln
In what year did Martin Luther King give this speech?
In 1963
How is this speech a message of hope?
It is a message of hope in that it emphasizes the power of black communities coming together and the bright future of humanity.
Why is MLK talking about the governor?
Because George Wallace, governor of Alabama, was known to be motivated by racist ideals and was particularly in favor of segregation.
During which event did he give this speech?
During a march on Washington D.C.
Why is he talking about dreams?
Because for him, racial equality is a dream, somewhere between reality and fantasy, but if we believe in it enough, we can make it happen.
What is he referring to when he says that discrimination should not be met with violence?
The actions of Malcolm X