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I am a product of affirmative action. I am the perfect affirmative action baby. I am Puerto Rican, born and raised in the south Bronx. My test scores were not comparable to my colleagues at Princeton and Yale. Not so far off so that I wasn't able to succeed at those institutions.
Sonia Sotomayor
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What this quote means

This quote highlights the impact of affirmative action on personal success and identity.

Sonia Sotomayor discusses her identity and experience as a Puerto Rican from the South Bronx, emphasizing how affirmative action played a crucial role in her educational journey. Despite facing challenges, she succeeded in prestigious institutions like Princeton and Yale, showcasing how diversity initiatives can empower individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to achieve their full potential.

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Affirmative ActionIdentitySuccessEducationDiversity

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Example use cases

In a speech about the importance of diversity in education.

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