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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My resume showed membership on both the Harvard and Columbia Law Reviews, a credit impressive abroad where it was not generally known that Law Reviews were student-operated publications.
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What this quote means
The quote highlights the value of prestigious educational experiences that may not be fully understood outside of their context.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg's quote reflects on her academic achievements and the distinction of being part of the Harvard and Columbia Law Reviews, which are often seen as significant accomplishments. However, she acknowledges that this prestige may not be equally recognized internationally, emphasizing the idea that certain accolades have differing levels of appreciation depending on cultural context and understanding.
Themes
ResumeEducationLaw ReviewsPrestigeAccomplishments
In practice
Example use cases
During a professional networking event, I might say, 'As Ruth Bader Ginsburg once noted about her impressive resume and memberships at prestigious law schools.'
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