In the matter of truth and high honour I do not believe that the average Frenchman is ahead of the American Negro; while so far as mercy and kindness to dumb animals go, I believe that my race is far ahead.
He compares the moral qualities of the French and African Americans, asserting the latter's strengths in compassion and honor.
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