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Martin Luther King Jr.’s Famous Speech Almost Didn’t Have the Phrase “I Have a Dream”
The best-laid plans are often better off ignored—at least that was the case with Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I ... But then ...
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White Plains collector has MLK 'Dream' speech draft. Why the dream isn't in it
Mahalia Jackson had sung. King had never faced ... “He’s damn good.” No time limit for Martin Luther King Jr. Kaller said the speakers that day were on strict time limits, but not King ...
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Conway church holds 45th celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.
CONWAY, S.C. (WBTW) — Conway community members gathered in celebration of Martin Luther King ... He mentioned King’s good friend, Mahalia Jackson, who encouraged him to speak about his dream.
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Free tribute concert in Del. to honor legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — A free tribute concert in Wilmington, Delaware this weekend will honor the legacy of Martin Luther King ... one moving piece is Mahalia Jackson’s “Precious ...
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10 Mahalia Jackson Songs That Still Inspire: Timeless Gospel Classics.
(ThyBlackMan.com) Mahalia Jackson is undeniably one of the most ... at the 1963 March on Washington, just before Dr. Martin ...
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March on Washington for jobs and freedom
Mahalia Jackson’s songs captivated the audience, and then the final speaker, Martin Luther King, Jr., stood behind the microphone. That morning he was undecided about what he would say.
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Anderson reflects on the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy with speeches, performances
On Friday, January 17, Anderson Mayor Terence Roberts and the city council held the 18th annual Rev. Martin ... during King's "I Have a Dream" speech when gospel singer Mahalia Jackson urged ...