I've always said that at the end of the day, on a legal issue, I think a wise old woman and a wise old man are going to reach the same conclusion.
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The unhappy persistence of both the practice and the lingering effects of racial discrimination ...is an unfortunate reality...and the government is not disqualified from acting in response to it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Racial discrimination remains a persistent issue that requires government action to address.
This quote reflects the enduring nature of racial discrimination and highlights the ongoing need for government intervention to combat its effects. Sandra Day O'Connor emphasizes that despite advancements, the repercussions of such discrimination continue to affect society, and it is the responsibility of the government to respond to these injustices.
Themes
Racial DiscriminationGovernment ActionSocial JusticeEqualityPersistence
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about social justice, one might use this quote to emphasize the need for governmental involvement in combating discrimination.
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