King urges people to continue to have faith and not “wallow in the valley of despair”. He reminds his listeners that the fight must be accomplished with dignity and non-violence people should not resort to violent actions, but remain disciplined and continue to move forward with the ultimate goal in mind. There cannot be any quitting because it is just the beginning of the struggle. King tells the audience that now is the time to fight for democracy and for brotherhood. King uses the metaphor of a bad check to describe how America has mistreated African Americans, despite the words in the U.S Constitution and Declaration of Independence that grant all people the rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. King’s “I Have a Dream" speech begins by referencing the Emancipation Proclamation as a “great beacon light of hope” for slaves who were experiencing injustice despite this hope, King pointed out further work was required for African Americans to be truly free in their own country. Start My Free Trial* A Quick Synopsis of the "I Have Dream" Speech
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