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Clarence B. Jones: The Unsung Hero Behind King's Dream

2/24/2026

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The Baddest Speechwriter of All highlights Clarence B. Jones (civil rights attorney) and his contributions to Martin Luther King Jr., including I Have a Dream.
The film is directed by Ben Proudfoot and Stephen Curry.
Jones was born in North Philadelphia and rose to prominence as an attorney.
Jones aided King's legal battles and funded civil rights protests.
He received the Presidential Medal of Freedom and advocates against hate.

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Story summary

The Baddest Speechwriter of All highlights Clarence B. Jones (civil rights attorney) and his contributions to Martin Luther King Jr., including I Have a Dream.
The film is directed by Ben Proudfoot and Stephen Curry.
Jones was born in North Philadelphia and rose to prominence as an attorney.
Jones aided King's legal battles and funded civil rights protests.
He received the Presidential Medal of Freedom and advocates against hate.