On August 28, 1963, Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered one of the most revered speeches in our nation’s history. His I Have a Dream speech marked a defining moment in the quest for racial equality and freedom. Though the sinews of racism have not been fully extinguished, King’s dream has never felt more alive than at the present moment. On January 20, 2009—forty-six years after King’s speech; one-hundred and forty six years after the Emancipation Proclamation; and three-hundred and ninety years after the introduction of slavery into Jamestown—the culmination of the civil rights movement will, it seems, take place. Barack Obama’s inauguration as President of the United States—the first African American ever elected to this position—will forever live in the annals of our nation’s history.
Due to the enormity of President Obama’s inauguration, in conjunction with the celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, School Choice Illinois is asking for your support to make our dream—providing every child with an excellent education—a reality.
Where will the money go? Your donations are vital to the livelihood of School Choice Illinois. Every dollar helps our organization grow by providing much needed resources for our grassroots campaigns. A Challenge Grant has been made to School Choice Illinois by two anonymous donors that will match each individual donation made up to $100,000. As a result, the value of your gift will immediately double!
Please also view Martin Luther King, Jr's famous speech, here. It is vital for us to reflect on his legacy.
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