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Booker T. Washington: Above all, have you been really true to your parents and to your best selves in growing in strength of character, in…

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Above all, have you been really true to your parents and to your best selves in growing in strength of character, in strength of purpose, in being downright honest?
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Booker T. Washington

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He calls for individuals to be true to their best selves and to cultivate strength of character.

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