On Monday, January 21st, schools are closed. This is because of the national holiday celebrating the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dr. King was a phenomenal public speaker. He is famously known throughout the world for his "I Have a Dream" speech given on August 28, 1963 during the March on Washington.
Below is footage of the March on Washington and Dr. King's speech. There is also a link to the text of his speech. It will not be an easy read or simple to understand because of the language he uses, but it is nonetheless important to understand the emotions and need for equality felt in the 1960s in America.
He was a great man and worthy of respect and remembrance with his message of equality and nonviolence.
Text of the speech: http://www.archives.gov/press/exhibits/dream-speech.pdf
