In this address she stated:  “There is striking evidence, however, that the employment of more Negro nurses is imperative if this nation is to make any constructive steps toward meeting the health challenge thrown on it by the depression….Too long the emphasis has been on racial differences.  We need a New Deal in approach to community problems in order that we may recognize racial similarities.  Any group, white, black, or red—subject to unhealthy environmental influences will present an unhealthy social picture….The Negro nurse is a part of all that affects Negroes.  When well prepared she is the best person to work among them for their improvement…”