I know coloured men who, through the encouragement, help, and advice of Southern white people, have accumulated thousands of dollars’ worth of property, but who, at the same time, would never think of going to those same persons for advice concerning the casting of their ballots.
Washington notes that some African Americans have prospered economically but remain cautious about political engagement.
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