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From "Character Building: Being Addresses Delivered on Sunday Evenings to the Students of Tuskegee Institute" by Washington, Booker T.
Booker T. Washington
Principal of Tuskegee Institute and primary speaker
Core Belief
"Character building through practical education and moral development is the key to racial progress and economic independence."
Worldview
Sees the world as a place of opportunity and challenges, believing that hard work, education, and strong moral character are the keys to overcoming obstacles and achieving success.
Personality
Earnest, pragmatic, optimistic, and deeply committed to the uplift of his students and race. He is a strong advocate for hard work, moral character, and practical education.
In Their Own Words
"We help you that you may help somebody else, and if you do not do this, when you go out from here, then our work here has been in vain."
"It is always best to learn to obey orders and respect authority."
"Every coloured man owes it to himself, and to his children as well, to secure a home just as soon as possible."
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