This assignment requires students to analyze the current state of racial equality in the United States, 50 years after the civil rights movement. They must examine the progress made towards achieving Dr. King's dream of a truly equal society, as well as the ongoing challenges and disparities that persist. Students will engage with primary and secondary sources, including articles, books, and news reports, to inform their analysis and provide evidence for their arguments. This assignment promotes critical thinking, research skills, and effective writing about complex social issues.