Booker T. Washington: “I like my work so much that I want to work at my trade all day.”

I have never seen one who did not want to be free, or one who would return to slavery.

When they saw that I was not afraid or ashamed to work, they began to assist with more enthusiasm.

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

The Negro boy has obstacles, discouragements, and temptations to battle with that are little known to those not situated as he is.