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Joseph Lancaster

I am persuaded, that if any attempt is made to improve the education of the poor, and such an unmanly spirit should guide the resolution of a society or committee for that purpose, it would render the design abortive.

Joseph Lancaster

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Joseph Lancaster believes that if efforts to enhance education for poor people are led by a weak or cowardly attitude, the entire effort will fail. He emphasizes that the success of such a project depends on strong, determined leadership from those organizing it.

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