Top Speeches of the 20th Century

Reagan gave this speech in 1964 and urged citizens to rally behind the American dream. This was a very touching speech that brought tears to the eyes of many.

Helped influence a war!!!!"In the four years since the inspectors left, intelligence reports show that Saddam Hussein has worked to rebuild his chemical and biological weapons stock, his missile delivery capability, and his nuclear program. He has also given aid, comfort, and sanctuary to terrorists, including al Qaeda members ... It is clear, however, that if left unchecked, Saddam Hussein will continue to increase his capacity to wage biological and chemical warfare, and will keep trying to develop nuclear weapons." -- Sen. Hillary Clinton (D, NY), Oct 10, 2002

Probably one of the most loved speeches of the civil rights movement. This speech is still recited and reflected upon by many.

After his swearing in, John Kennedy gave one of the most memorable inaugural speeches ever. A famous quote was derived from this speech, which was "My fellow citizens of the world: ask not what America will do for you, but what together we can do for the freedom of man."

A truly amazing, inspirational speech.

Known as one of the best speech givers for the civil right movement, Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered again with his "I've Been to the Mountaintop" speech which was his last speech. In this speech, King calls for unity, economic actions, boycotts, and nonviolent protest. The following day he was assassinated.

A persuasive, motivational and inspirational speech given by Clinton in Beijing, China in September, 1995. She reached into the hearts of those lucky enough to be present during this historic speech.