The more I'm pushed in a position of leadership and I know I have to be the mouthpiece for so many other people who can't speak for themselves, the more confidence I'm gaining.
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I didn't see myself any different from my white counterparts in school. I just didn't! I thought I could do what they did. And what I didn't do well, I thought people were going to give me the opportunity to do well, because maybe they saw my talent, so they would give me a chance. I had no idea that they would see me completely different.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects the author's belief in equality and opportunity, despite facing discrimination.
Viola Davis shares her experience of schooling, emphasizing her desire to be treated the same as her white peers. She expresses shock at the realization that others perceived her differently, highlighting the complexities of talent, opportunity, and the impact of societal biases on individual potential.
Themes
EqualityOpportunityDiversityEducationTalent
In practice
Example use cases
Use this quote during discussions on equal opportunities in education.
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And that's what people want to see when they go to the theater. I believe at the end of the day, they want to see themselves - parts of their lives they can recognize. And I feel if I can achieve that, it's pretty spectacular.
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