Of all forms of slavery there is none that is so harmful and degrading as that form of slavery which tempts one human being to hate another by reason… - Booker T. Washington

One man cannot hold another man down in the ditch without remaining down in the ditch with him.

There is no power on earth, that can neutralize the influence of a high, pure, simple and useful life.

From his example in this respect I learned the lesson that great man cultivate love, and that only little men cherish a spirit of hatred. I learned that assistance given to the weak makes the one who gives it strong; and that oppression of the unfortunate makes one weak.

rich people are coming to regard men and women who apply to them for help for worthy objects, not as beggars, but as agents for doing their work.