Introduction:

Art is a powerful tool for raising awareness about social injustices and sparking
critical conversations about these issues in the United States of America. In this
oral presentation, I will be analyzing several examples of how the art of debate
has contributed to the fight against social injustices in the United States of
America, including the film "12 Angry Men" by Sidney Lumet, the novel "To Kill a
Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, the speech "I Have a Dream" by Martin Luther King Jr.,
the novel "The Green Mile" by Stephen King, the series "When They See Us" by Ava
DuVernay and the statue of George Floyd by Chris Carnabuci.

Part 1: Literature and Film

In this section, I will be discussing the literary and filmic works that have used
the art of debate to raise awareness and spark critical conversations about social
injustices in the United States of America. The film "12 Angry Men" explores themes
of racism and prejudice through the lens of a jury deliberation in a capital murder
case. Through the art of debate, this film raises important questions about the
role of the individual in the fight against social injustices and the importance of
empathy and understanding in overcoming prejudice. Similarly, the novel "To Kill a
Mockingbird" by Harper Lee deals with the theme of racism and its impact on
individuals and society. Through the art of debate, this novel highlights the
importance of empathy and understanding in the fight against social injustices and
the impact that ignorance and hate can have on individuals and communities.

Part 2: Speeches and Visual Art

In this section, I will be discussing how speeches and visual art have been used as
powerful tools to raise awareness about social injustices and to spark critical
conversations about these issues. The speech "I Have a Dream" by Martin Luther King
Jr. is a powerful call to action for change and a reminder of the importance of
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for what is right and fighting for equality. Through the art of debate, this speech
inspires and calls to action for change, and serves as a powerful reminder of the
ongoing struggle for equality and civil rights in the United States. Similarly, the
statue of George Floyd by Chris Carnabuci serves as a powerful visual
representation of the ongoing fight for racial equality and the injustices faced by
Black Americans. Through the art of debate, this statue serves as a reminder of the
tragic death of George Floyd, the Black Lives Matter movement, and the ongoing
fight for justice and equality for marginalized communities in the United States.

Part 3: Fiction and Nonfiction

In this section, I will be discussing how fiction and nonfiction have been used as
powerful tools to raise awareness about social injustices and to spark critical
conversations about these issues. The novel "The Green Mile" by Stephen King and
the series "When They See Us" by Ava DuVernay, both deal with the theme of
injustice and how it affects individuals and communities. Through the art of
debate, these works highlight the importance of standing up against injustice and
the impact that it can have on society. The novel and series both show the impact
of the criminal justice system on marginalized communities, and the ongoing fight
for justice and equality for these communities.

Conclusion:
Through analyzing these various works, it is clear that the art of debate has
played a significant role in raising awareness and sparking critical conversations
about social injustices in the United States of America. From literature and film
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speeches and visual art, these works have challenged the dominant ideologies of the
time and continue to inspire and call to action for change and the ongoing struggle
for equality and freedom of expression. By highlighting the ongoing fight for
justice and equality, these works remind us of the importance of continuing to
strive for a more just and equal society. It is important to understand that the
fight for social justice is ongoing and that we must all play a role in it. Through
the use of art, we can raise awareness, start important conversations, and inspire
change.