"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, but by the content of their character"- Martin Luther King Jr.
Arguably one of the most famous speeches from the 19th century, Martin Luther King Jr's 'I Have a Dream Speech' continues to echo in the ear's of many. Those lucky enough to have been born in the current generation are spoiled by the luxury of equality. The prospect that their children will be judged by the color of their skin has most likely never entertained their thought process. Their is an understanding that skin color does not determine the worth of a person. The prejudice eye remains closed amongst children, leaving them open to intermingle with those of any race. And character is not determined by an uncontrollable factor, but by the construction of ones values. These concepts are not only the norm, but accepted as socially correct.
Having recently passed it is important to
acknowledge Martin Luther King Jr Day on not only January 18th, but every day. Due to a man who was willing to separate himself from the tainted norm of the time Americans no longer live segregated by color. To acknowledge this day only once a year would not only be a disservice to his honor, but to the sacred concept of equality and freedom Americans so highly treasure. In the words of Martin Luther King Jr, I have a dream that America will live everyday in understanding of the gift of equality that Martin Luther King Jr set into motion.
Click the attached link below to read all of Martin Luther King's I Have a Dream Speech.
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