Ghosts of Mississippi

On the night of June 13th 1963, President John F. Kennedy was giving his speech on Civil Rights. Among the many thousands of people in America viewing this event on National Television were Myrlie Evers and her three children. Suddenly, this occurrence was rudely disrupted by the deathly sound of a loud gunshot. Frantically running to their driveway, Myrlie and the kids found Medgar Evers shot in the back and lying in a pool of blood …

…took place in 1963 and 1994. We must look at this situation and realize the wrongdoing and the hatred that filled the people’s hearts during that time. It is important that we do not repeat such a terrible event in history and respect everyone no matter what race, ethnicity, background, or religion. This should definitely open our eyes and awaken us to keep justice in our country and unite us, Americans, in the battle of equality.