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He and his are denied the White man's chance to make the best of themselves and to get the most out of themselves.
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Archibald Henry Grimké
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gutenberg.orgArchibald Henry Grimké: “He and his are denied the White man's chance to make the best of themselves and to get the most out of themselves.”
Editor's note · Context
This quote underscores the systemic denial of opportunities for Black individuals to improve their circumstances in society.
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