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The Future Goals of the Civil Rights Movement (Copy)

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. discusses the challenges faced by African Americans and the importance of civil rights and social justice. He emphasizes the need for integrated society and the role of legislation in regulating behavior and restraining discrimination. Dr. King calls for fair housing laws, justice in cases of violence against African Americans, and a federal open housing bill. He highlights the economic inequality faced by African Americans and proposes a guaranteed annual income as a solution. Dr. King criticizes the Vietnam War for diverting attention from civil rights and advocates for redirecting resources to eliminate poverty. He stresses the interconnectedness of African Americans and white Americans, advocating for shared political power and a united nation based on justice and equality. Dr. King concludes with hope for the future, believing in the possibility of achieving freedom, justice, and brotherhood.

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