As a peaceful form of protest, civil disobedience has been practiced for centuries in pursuance of social and lawful change. Topics such as lower taxes and improved labor laws have been fought for the betterment of the people. To be practiced, I believe the cause must be well thought-out, the participants prepared and informed, and the change should be beneficial to society. Though there are many skeptics who claim to practice civil disobedience is a waste of time and (or) resources, I believe this method is not only the most advantageous to the protestors but is best for the public eye to see. Throughout centuries, we have seen civil disobedience being practiced, and many times it is a fruitless pursuit because there is a lack of sophistication …show more content…
Led by the esteemed Doctor Martin Luther King Jr., the battle for racial justice in America was a long and brutal, yet ultimately successful. Nourished heavily on outrage, it was difficult to stay calm and take peaceful actions, yet through his gracefulness, King was able to create a nationwide movement that would speak volumes. Bravely he stated, “I refuse to accept the view that mankind is so tragically bound to the starless midnight of racism and war that the bright daybreak of peace and brotherhood can never become a reality.” His meticulously planned efforts and speeches were reasons why this movement was so successful. He pushed away the hate and embraced all of the support he could. King established a mature, inviting environment for protesters of all ages and races to take part in. He wrote with dignity and spoke with unmatchable grit- a gift that would help him create a positive image in the public and in the media. Though America has not completely solved its issues with racism, King put the nation in a dramatically different state from which it was. The fight he led for equality is prosperous and unforgettable; to this day, King’s speeches continue to resonate in the hearts of those who desire