14. “I Have A Dream” Speech
On August 28, 1963, Martin Luther King Jr. delivered the “I Have A Dream” speech to a crowd of 25o,000 people. This speech would go down in history as one of the most profound and iconic in American history. King’s speech brought greater attention to the Civil Rights Movement that had been going on in America for many years. Through his use of optimistic language and a message of non-violence, King was able to call attention to the issue in a way that resonated with many. Thanks to his speech, Congress moved faster in passing the Civil Rights Act.