As we are attempting to assist this race toward self-government, we should look upon their wishes with great respect, granting their requests immediately when they are right, yet maintaining a frank firmness in refusing when they are wrong.
Coolidge emphasizes the importance of respecting the wishes of a race striving for self-government while maintaining firm boundaries.
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