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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 trying to improve education for poor people will fail if the group in charge is influenced by a weak or cowardly attitude. He thinks that a strong, determined spirit is necessary for the effort to succeed.

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