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Martin Luther King, the Jewelry Genius, and the Art of Public Speaking (Classic)

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

CHAPTER

The Oratory of Martin Luther King Jr.

This chapter examines the early life of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., focusing on key experiences that honed his exceptional public speaking abilities. It recounts pivotal moments, such as a transformative incident of racial discrimination on a bus, which ignited his commitment to justice and equality. Additionally, the chapter contrasts King's disciplined oratory approach with the pitfalls of public speaking through the missteps of Gerald Ratner, illustrating the profound impact and risks associated with communication.

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