Union Junior Wins 22nd Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Oratorical Contest

Joseph Terrell delivered his rendition of Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream Speech" after winning the 22nd annual contest.

Friday, January 17th 2020, 3:24 pm

By: News On 6

A Union sophomore is taking home $500 for winning the 22nd annual Martin Luther King Jr Oratorical Contest.

Joseph Terrell delivered his rendition of the famous "I Have a Dream" speech at ONE Gas headquarters this week.

"This is our hope. This is the hope I return to the south with. With this faith, we shall be able to cue out of the mountain of despair a stone of hope," said Joseph Terrell.

The event also showcased musical performances by the Hawthorne Elementary and Booker T. Washington High School choirs.

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