Not a law firm in the entire city of New York bid for my employment as a lawyer when I earned my degree.
Ruth Bader GinsburgRead
Whatever community organization, whether it's a women's organization, or fighting for racial justice ... you will get satisfaction out of doing something to give back to the community that you never get in any other way.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Giving back to the community provides unique satisfaction and fulfillment.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg emphasizes the profound joy and sense of purpose that comes from engaging in community service, whether through organizations focused on women's rights or racial justice. She highlights that this type of involvement offers personal rewards that cannot be matched by any other experiences.
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CommunityServiceSatisfactionGiving BackJustice
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about volunteering, one might quote Ginsburg to inspire others to contribute to their communities.
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