Blen Teklu, Winner of MLK Jr. Oratory Competition, Shares Inspiring Poem
WFAAJanuary 22, 20263 min2,284 views
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- 🏆 Blen Teklu, a fourth-grader from Preston Hollow Elementary, won the 34th Annual MLK Jr. Oratory Competition.
- 🎤 Blen visited Daybreak to share a poem inspired by Dr. King's message of hope and perseverance.
"The Dream Lives On" Poem
- ✍️ Blen wrote the poem "The Dream Lives On" over two to three months, with parental assistance.
- ✨ The poem emphasizes that Dr. King's dream continues through acts of care, sharing, and speaking truth.
- 💖 It highlights the enduring power of his message of hope, love, and peace in the world.
Dr. King's Enduring Legacy
- 🤝 Blen highlighted Dr. King's impact in uniting people of different races.
- 🌟 The poem suggests Dr. King would encourage us today to keep dreaming, working, and loving.
- 🗣️ Blen shared that the most nerve-wracking part of the competition was speaking in front of the audience for the first time.
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