Being gay is not something that defines me. What defines me is what my mom always taught me: to treat everyone with respect, to always be a hard worker, and to be kind.
Adam RipponRead
I've been given this amazing platform as an Olympic athlete, and there are so many people out there who don't feel like their voice is being heard. I feel it's my responsibility to speak out on issues that are important.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Using one's platform to advocate for others is a vital responsibility.
In this quote, Adam Rippon expresses his sense of duty as an Olympic athlete to leverage his visibility and platform to advocate for those whose voices may go unheard. He recognizes the power of influence and the ethical obligation to speak up on significant issues affecting individuals and communities.
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PlatformAdvocacyResponsibilityVoiceIssues
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech at a charity event, a speaker can emphasize the importance of using one's platform to raise awareness.
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All quotes →I remember when I told my mom that I wanted to come out, and my mom was a little hesitant. She was saying, 'Are you sure? Do you think that might affect your scores?' or, 'Is it something that you think that you need to do?' And I told her, 'I don't care. It's important to me.'
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