Booker T. Washington

I repeat my belief that the world is growing in the direction of giving.

I never saw a man who so completely lost sight of himself.

As soon as it was learned that he was not an American Negro, all the signs of indignation disappeared.

I knew that if we failed it would injure the whole race.

I think that the presentation of facts, on a high, dignified plane, is all the begging that most rich people care for.

From any point of view, I had rather be what I am, a member of the Negro race, than be able to claim membership with the most favoured of any other race.

I have great faith in the power and influence of facts.

Before the end of the year, I think I began learning that those who are happiest are those who do the most for others.

I was supremely happy in the opportunity of being able to assist somebody else.

I think I never saw a community of people so happy over anything as were the coloured people over the prospect of this new building.

I have always looked upon fame as something to be used in accomplishing good.