Save the Dream March on Washington: A Time for Justice and Renewal

Save the Dream: March on Washington (Time Force Book 1)

by E. M. Bridges

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On August 28, 1963, more than 250,000 people gathered in Washington, D.C., for the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. The march was organized by civil rights leaders, including Martin Luther King Jr., and it called for an end to racial discrimination and segregation. The march was a success, and it helped to raise awareness of the civil rights movement.

The Planning and Organization of the March

The March on Washington was planned and organized by a coalition of civil rights organizations, including the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP),the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC),and the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE). The march was the culmination of years of planning and organizing, and it was one of the largest civil rights demonstrations in American history.

The marchers came from all over the country, and they represented a diverse cross-section of American society. There were black and white people, men and women, young and old. The marchers carried signs that read "Freedom Now," "End Segregation," and "Jobs and Justice." They sang songs and chanted slogans, and they listened to speeches from civil rights leaders.

Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" Speech

The highlight of the March on Washington was Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech. In his speech, King called for an end to racial discrimination and segregation. He spoke of his dream of a day when his children would be judged not by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character. King's speech was a powerful and moving call for justice and equality, and it helped to inspire the civil rights movement.

The Impact of the March on Washington

The March on Washington was a turning point in the civil rights movement. It helped to raise awareness of the civil rights movement, and it put pressure on the government to take action to end racial discrimination and segregation. The march also helped to inspire other civil rights demonstrations, and it played a role in the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

The Legacy of the March on Washington

The March on Washington is still remembered today as one of the most important events in the civil rights movement. It was a day when people came together to demand justice and equality, and it helped to change the course of American history. The march is a reminder that we must never give up on the dream of a better world.

Save the Dream Today

The fight for justice and equality is not over. There is still much work to be done to end racism and discrimination in America. We must all do our part to save the dream of Martin Luther King Jr. We must work to create a more just and equitable world for all.

There are many ways to get involved in the fight for justice and equality. You can volunteer your time to a civil rights organization, donate to a cause you care about, or simply speak out against racism and discrimination. Every little bit helps.

Together, we can save the dream of Martin Luther King Jr. We can create a more just and equitable world for all.

Save the Dream: March on Washington (Time Force Book 1)

by E. M. Bridges

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1690 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	82 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE