Booker T. Washington: “The average individual thinks he knows a great deal more than he does know.”

I have great faith in the power and influence of facts.

I was supremely happy in the opportunity of being able to assist somebody else.

The hurtful influences of the institution were not by any means confined to the Negro.

I think that the presentation of facts, on a high, dignified plane, is all the begging that most rich people care for.