On the record
In proportion as we do this, we shall lay a foundation upon which our children and grandchildren are to rise to higher things.
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Booker T. Washington
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gutenberg.orgIn proportion as we do this, we shall lay a foundation upon which our children and grandchildren are to rise to higher things.
Washington believes that the efforts put into current work will benefit future generations.
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