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Why does King repeat the phrase "I believe" in this passage?

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to emphasize

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Taken from the Acceptance Speech by Martin Luther King Jr. (1964), the phrase “I believe” is used several times in order to give pathos expressions in his speech, that is, to stir up emotions of hope through his words. Pathos is a very useful tool to persuade others and engage audiences in speeches or arguments

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