In this excerpt, the word tension means discomfort. Dr. King is saying that a certain level of discomfort is necessary for growth as a country. The group(s) that have been oppressing the black community are to expect nothing short of discomfort. Facing difficult emotions is the only way that we, as a community, can make any sort of change.
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Enslaved Field Hands
Enslaved House Servants{indentured servants}
Gentry{wealthy class}
Merchants
