Value Quotes – Martin Luther King Jr. on Equality

Todays quote is in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. King was a clergyman and activist who was the prominent leader in the African-American Civil Rights Movement.

In his famous 1963 speech, he said:

“I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.”

What a powerful statement on the value of equality.

As a differentiating value, Equality means principle by which all persons or things are treated in the same way. Dr. King understood and was committed to this principle.

Yes, some might say he paid the ultimate sacrifice, with his life. But his dream for his children, and all other children, is closer to reality today than ever before in the history of America. And Dr. King played an integral part in advancing equality in this country.

If the value of equality resonates with you, then consider the dedication required, as Dr. King demonstrated with his life. But don’t focus on the potential of dying. Focus on the dream!

 

Today’s value was selected from the “Fairness-Respect” category, based on the e-book Developing Your Differentiating Values.