The only way to eliminate any government choice on what art is worthwhile, what art isn't worthwhile, is to get the government totally out of the business of funding.
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In the eyes of government we are just one race here. It is American.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the idea of a unified national identity that transcends individual racial identities.
Antonin Scalia's quote suggests that, in the perspective of the government, all citizens belong to a single race, which is American. This statement advocates for the notion of unity and commonality among people, urging a view where individual racial backgrounds are secondary to the collective identity of being American, which promotes equality and togetherness in a diverse society.
Themes
RaceUnityIdentityAmericanEquality
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about national identity at a community event.
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