Sure, I got time The Websters dictionary defines a hero as someone who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities. Heroes are ordinary people who find the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles. They are the real heroes, and so are the families and friends who have stood by them. Maya Angelou stated, “I think a hero is any person really intent on making this world a better place for all people.”
“A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” (Joseph Campbell). Heroes dedicate their lives to contribute to the general welfare of society. Most of the time, the obstacle seems to big for them to handle, but they overcome it in the end. A hero can be anyone in the world.
Thesis Statement 40 years later to 2008 when on the eve the U.S. Presidential election; a newcomer, Democrat Barack Obama is going against establishment Republican John McCain. MLK’s stature is stronger than ever as he invokes memories of the current Democratic nominee. I intend to prove that the cataclysmic event of the MLK assassination sowed seeds that paved the way for the eventual election of the first African-American President. MLK was assassinated in 1968 nearly 40 years to the day of the 2008 Presidential election.
The stands were packed with fans on a beautiful afternoon for baseball. There was the smell of popcorn and hotdogs in the air. The fans were cheering on their team and hoping for a win. Brooklyn was in love with their Dodgers and wanted a World Series Championship more than anything. There was one player on the field that definitely stood out and was different than the rest.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was an American Baptist minister and activist who became the most popular spokesmen and leader in the Civil Rights Movement from 1954 through 1968. Two things that Dr. King is remembered for is his “I Have Dream” speech in Washington D.C, and his “Letter from Birmingham Jail”. Dr. King's Speech was very emotional and had charged language. However the Letter was more logical that had clear line of reasoning followed by evidence. Both events are special but written differently.
Just like Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King Jr. was an American Civil Rights Activist. Because of his Christian beliefs he used nonviolent disobedience to advance his civil rights movements. Despite his many arrests, King never gave up on the rights movement. At the age of twelve he suffered from depression and blamed himself of his grandmother’s death and jumped from a two-story window but he survived. Sometimes painful situations, for example, the death of his grandmother, will make you a stronger person in life and it will motivate you to try to change the world for the better.
What is a hero ? A hero is someone who cares for other people. For example, In the book The Outsiders there are three really young brave kids. Their names are Ponyboy, Johnny, and Dally. These three kids were heroes because they risked their lives for kids in a burning church.
A person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities. Coretta Scott King was an activist for equal rights for people of color. She worked with her husband, Martin Luther King Jr., but she was a hero all on her own. One example of her work is that in 1957, she traveled to Ghana to mark the nations independence. I believe that a hero is someone is willing to try even when it seems impossible.
Martin Luther A person to think and speak about others is noteworthy, but to serve and to act on others is heroic. Martin Luther is a Hero, he is a great individual who has changed American History to this day. Martin Luther is a Hero because he exhibits bravery. Martin Luther King Jr. stood up for what he believed in and that was that all people of black and white should be created equally.
“We are one people, all of us pledging alliance to the Stars and Stripes, all of us defending the United States of America.” Says Barack Hussein Obama II July 27, 2004. His hard work, ethic, and capability for greatness have woken up the United States like no other. In any job he 's given, he works towards a justice for all. An easier America to live in. Barack Obama is considered one of America 's heroes.
Dr.King a Great Leader When you think of a good leader you think of someone who can influence and lead people. Good leaders do the right things for the people their leading and fight for whats right. Dr.Martin Luther King Jr. is a good leader because he fought for equal rights, he was a educated pastor, and he lead a movement that left behind a legacy that will be remembered forever. He played a very big role in ending segregation of African Americans in the U.S.(Biography, 2018).
“I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers fear”(Nelson Mandela). This means that a hero is someone that protects without thinking, even if they are afraid. They put aside their fears for the sake of others. Mandela believed that all people should be equal and he worked towards this goal facing fear even if it meant being punished.
Journal Three When the common men, or women, takes a step back and looks at history. They will notice that the people who are most vision able get the most credit. Yes, they often deserve the credit they are given. However, sometimes they are over praised. For example, people celebrate individuals such as Rosa Parks and Martin Luther King for the part they played in the Montgomery Bus Boycott.
What is a hero? The definition of hero is; “a man of distinguished courage or ability, admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities.” Many people have different definitions of a hero, some people see them as that one person who you never see, who hides in the shadows and you would never think of them as a hero. However, he/she could be someone who is always out there looking to protect someone. Most people put heroes in categories such as; rich, famous, caring, and selfless and most of all, brave.
A hero has been defined in a variety of ways throughout history. According to dictionary.com (2014), a hero is a person with notable characteristics of bravery and power. Cipriano (2014) however, defines one as a person who receives the admiration of the public for his performance and judgment. Despite having different definitions, both Abraham Lincoln and H.H.S Zayed Al Nahyan have been declared heroes for distinctive reasons and accomplishments. Abraham Lincoln, born in 1809 was the 16th president of the United States; he supported unity and freedom and took the first steps toward the end of slavery in the US.
