On the recordJanuary 1, 1901
I do not believe that one should speak unless, deep down in his heart, he feels convinced that he has a message to deliver.
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Booker T. Washington
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Washington emphasizes that a speaker should only address an audience when driven by a profound, heartfelt conviction that they have an important message to share.
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