He knew that the people in the North who gave money gave it for the purpose of helping the whole cause of Negro civilization, and not merely for the advancement of any one school.
From his autobiography, Washington explains General Armstrong's understanding of Northern philanthropy for Black education.
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Ever since I have been old enough to think for myself, I have entertained the idea that, notwithstanding the cruel wrongs inflicted upon us, the black man got nearly as much out of slavery as the white man did.
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.