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were more reminiscent of Booker T. Washington than of most of today’s reformers.
“Some say the reason you are no further advanced is because someone else is to blame,” said Mr. Wilder. ‘That is not true. We must redig the wells our fathers dug, of discipline and of health in mind and body. ”
Lt. Gov. Wilder also attacked the black argot or “rap talk” so popular among many black young people. He said that he was grateful to his parents and teachers who, when he was growing up, insisted that he use conventional English. Ilie lieutenant governor also said he favored a “no pass - no play” law which would require minimal academic achievement by high school athletes before they are allowed to participate in sports.
Mr. Wilder’s remarks brought immediate approval from two of the state’s top black educators. Dr. Gerald Foster, dean of arts and
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