Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. was a magnificent man. He was a disciple for justice, an apostle for peace. He was a man with a grand dream. He dreamed of a society where every man was treated equally, despite the color of his skin. Reverend King dedicated his life to improving the quality of living for African-Americans. He heroically and serenely led the Civil Rights Movement. Doctor King's philosophy was "nonviolence". Although he and his followers were called derogatory names, sprayed with fire hoses, attacked by vicious dogs, and even jailed, Dr. King never resorted to combativeness. He protested peacefully and effectively paved the way for change!
             Annette Rottenberg pays tribute to Dr. King in her anthology, The Elements of Argument. During the course of his life, Martin Luther King wrote many memorable speeches. August 28, 1963, on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, Reverend King delivered one of the most inspirational speeches of his lifetime. In the "I Have a Dream" speech, Dr. King spoke of his dream for America. He boldly states in his speech, "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" (710). Reverend King was confident that African-Americans would reach the Promised Land.
             He had confidence in his movement and faith in his followers. He knew that even if he didn't reach the Promised Land with his people, the movement would progress and the day for peace would come.
             Today, over thirty years since the unforgettable "I Have a Dream" speech, change has come. Segregated schools, off-limit water fountains, and back-seat bus rides are all indiscretions of the past. More Blacks are graduating from high school and choosing not to limit their educational experience by going to college. Blacks have torn down countless barriers. Af
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