I pity the man, black or white, who has never experienced the joy and satisfaction that come to one by reason of an effort to assist in making some one else more useful and more happy.
Washington expresses his profound belief in the intrinsic reward and satisfaction derived from helping others achieve greater usefulness and happiness.
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