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Costs are incurred whenever any group is treated as lesser or the other, whether they are women, racial, or religious minorities, or the LGBT.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Discrimination against any group incurs costs to society as a whole.
This quote by Hillary Clinton highlights the detrimental impact on society when groups are marginalized or treated as inferior, emphasizing that discrimination based on gender, race, religion, or sexual orientation not only affects the targeted groups but harms the social fabric and economy as well. It calls for recognition of equality and inclusion as essential components for the overall well-being and progress of society.
Themes
DiscriminationEqualityInclusionSocietyCostsMinorities
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech addressing social justice, the quote can serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of treating all groups equally.
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