"When I severe my connections with the A.I.A. I do so with my own self respect, as a matter of pride and I am sure within your knowledge of my character"

Ralph Thomas Walker is revealing his pride in his choice to sever his connections with the A.I.A. He is confident that individuals he is talking to know his character and understand why he is making this decision. He is asserting his self-esteem and highlighting that his choice is a matter of pride. He is implying that his decision is based upon his own moral code which he is not being affected by anybody else. He is also implying that he is positive in his decision which it is the ideal one for him. Walker is demonstrating his strength of character and his commitment to his own values. He is showing that he is not scared to defend what he thinks in which he is willing to make difficult decisions in order to remain real to himself.