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Booker T. Washington: We want you to let the people know that the great public-school system of America is the nation's greatest glory, and…

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We want you to let the people know that the great public-school system of America is the nation's greatest glory, and that we do not help matters when we attempt to tear down the public school.
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Booker T. Washington

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Washington emphasizes the importance of the public school system in America and its role in national pride.

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