In the first place you want to exert your influence in those directions that will bring about the best results; among these it is important that the people have presented to them the highest forms of home life.
Washington advises that influence should be directed towards achieving the best outcomes in home life.
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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.
No one section of our country was wholly responsible for its introduction, and, besides, it was recognized and protected for years by the General Government.
The Negro boy has obstacles, discouragements, and temptations to battle with that are little known to those not situated as he is.
The hurtful influences of the institution were not by any means confined to the Negro.