Mr. Washington
Who was the black actor who was referred to as Mr. Washington by the commissioner of police late in the movie? Also, what historical figure was he supposed to represent?
shareHe was Booker T Washington, perhaps the most respected African American gentleman of his era and an adviser to Presidents. He also founded the Tuskegee Institute and was a leading educator.
shareI was pretty sure that's who it was, but was the actors name?