Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech, delivered on August 28, 1963, during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, is one of the most iconic speeches in American history. Given on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, the speech called for an end to racism, equality, and justice for African Americans. King envisioned a future where people would be judged by their character rather than the color of their skin. His eloquent and passionate delivery, coupled with the powerful imagery and hopeful vision, inspired millions and became a defining moment in the Civil Rights Movement. The speech emphasized the importance of freedom, democracy, and the American Dream, urging the nation to live up to its founding principles.
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