Not a law firm in the entire city of New York bid for my employment as a lawyer when I earned my degree.
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America is known as a country that welcomes people to its shores. All kinds of people. The image of the Statue of Liberty with Emma Lazarus' famous poem. She lifts her lamp and welcomes people to the golden shore, where they will not experience prejudice because of the color of their skin, the religious faith that they follow.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes America's identity as a welcoming nation for all, regardless of differences.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg reflects on America's core values of inclusivity and equality, symbolized by the Statue of Liberty. She highlights the vision of America as a land where individuals of all backgrounds can find refuge and acceptance, free from discrimination based on race or religion, thereby promoting a spirit of unity and diversity.
Themes
InclusivityEqualityDiversityWelcomeAcceptance
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about immigration reform to emphasize the importance of welcoming newcomers.
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