Read the excerpt from Martin Luther King Jr.’s "I Have a Dream” speech.

But there is something that I must say to my people, who stand on the warm threshold which leads into the palace of justice: In the process of gaining our rightful place, we must not be guilty of wrongful deeds. Let us not seek to satisfy our thirst for freedom by drinking from the cup of bitterness and hatred.

Which statement best describes King’s "palace” metaphor?

The image shows the impressive potential of a just society.
The image shows the need for a strong central government.
The illustration encourages Americans to run for political office.
The illustration encourages listeners acquire material wealth.

Martin Luther King Jr.’s “Dream” speech was a call for equality. It identified the faults of America and what measures were needed to make it a better place. A central theme throughout the speech was the importance of everyone being treated equally.

What Is the Economic Metaphor Dr. King Uses Throughout the 'I Have a Dream' Speech?

Dr. King often used metaphors in his speeches. In his “Dream” speech, he used the metaphor of a bad check to illustrate the inequality and economic injustice that many faced.

What Dream Did Martin Luther King Jr. Have for the Economy?

Dr. King wanted the government to eradicate poverty by giving every American a guaranteed, reasonable income.