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The Time Traveler for Good: Keeping the MLK Dream Alive

The Time Traveler's Mission: Altering the Assassination of MLK Jr

By Lawrence LeasePublished about a year ago 4 min read
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The Time Traveler for Good: Keeping the MLK Dream Alive
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Once upon a time, there was a man named David who lived in the year 2080. He was a time traveler, one of the few people in the world who had the ability to travel through time. David had always been fascinated by history and was determined to use his gift to make a difference in the world. He had read about all the great historical events, both good and bad, and had always wondered what it would be like to change the outcome of these events.

One day, David decided to travel back in time to the year 1968, to the day of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. David was a huge fan of Dr. King and was heartbroken when he heard about his death. He felt that if he could just change the outcome of this event, he could alter the course of history and make the world a better place.

So, David gathered his time-traveling equipment and set off on his journey. When he arrived in 1968, he was amazed at how different the world was from the one he knew. He was surprised by the sights, sounds, and smells of this era. He felt as though he had truly traveled back in time.

David quickly realized that changing the outcome of this event would not be as easy as he thought. He found himself facing many obstacles and challenges along the way. He had to be careful not to change anything in the past that would have an impact on the future, as this could have disastrous consequences.

David decided to start by gathering information about the assassination. He talked to people who had been there on that day and listened to their stories. He also researched the event and learned as much as he could about it. Through his research, he discovered that the assassin, James Earl Ray, had acted alone and that there was no evidence of any larger conspiracy behind the shooting.

Despite this information, David was still determined to change the outcome of the event. He thought about it for a long time and finally came up with a plan. He would go back in time to the day of the assassination and place himself in the crowd, close to Dr. King. He would then use his time-traveling equipment to create a protective shield around Dr. King, which would prevent James Earl Ray from shooting him.

David knew that his plan was risky, but he was determined to make a difference. So, he gathered his equipment and set off on his mission. When he arrived at the scene of the assassination, he positioned himself as close to Dr. King as he could. He then activated his protective shield and waited for James Earl Ray to make his move.

Just as James Earl Ray was about to pull the trigger, David's protective shield went into action. The bullet hit the shield and bounced off, missing Dr. King entirely. The crowd was stunned and nobody knew what had just happened. David quickly made his way out of the crowd and disappeared into the crowds.

When he returned to the future, David was overjoyed to discover that his mission had been a success. Dr. King was still alive and well, and the world was a much better place as a result. David was hailed as a hero and was praised for his bravery and determination.

However, as time went on, David began to realize that changing the outcome of one event had unintended consequences. He discovered that by saving Dr. King, he had created a ripple effect that changed the course of history in ways that he never could have imagined.

Some of these changes were good, such as the end of segregation and the rise of the Civil Rights Movement. However, there were also negative consequences, such as the rise of other forms of violence and hate, which threatened to undo all the progress that had been made. David felt as though he had created a double-edged sword. On one hand, he had saved a great leader and changed the course of history for the better. On the other hand, he had created new problems that needed to be addressed.

David realized that he had a responsibility to continue his work and to use his gift for good. He decided to travel back in time again and again, to different historical events, in order to try to make a positive difference. He made sure to always be careful and to consider the potential consequences of his actions.

Despite the challenges he faced, David never gave up. He continued to travel through time, determined to make the world a better place. He became known as the "Time Traveler for Good," and people all over the world looked up to him as a hero.

Years passed, and David continued his work, always searching for new ways to make a positive difference in the world. He traveled to the past, present, and future, always searching for new ways to make a positive impact. He became a legend, a figure of hope and inspiration to people all over the world.

And so, David lived the rest of his life as a time traveler, determined to use his gift for good. He left behind a legacy of hope and inspiration, a reminder that one person can truly make a difference in the world. And even though he is no longer with us, his spirit lives on, inspiring future generations to continue his work and to strive for a better world.

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About the Creator

Lawrence Lease

Alaska born and bred, Washington DC is my home. I'm also a freelance writer. Love politics and history.

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  • Cheryl E Prestonabout a year ago

    An amazing story

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