It's important to have people in your life who will applaud your ambition.
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My mother was very proud of her Indian heritage and taught us, me and my sister Maya, to share in the pride about our culture. We used to go back to India every couple of years.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote highlights the importance of cultural pride and familial bonds.
Kamala Harris reflects on her upbringing and the strong influence of her mother in instilling a sense of pride in their Indian heritage. The family's regular trips to India allowed her and her sister to connect with their roots and appreciate their culture, emphasizing the significance of cultural identity and family traditions in shaping one's perspective.
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CultureHeritagePrideFamilyIdentity
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about diversity, one might say, 'As Kamala Harris highlights, we should take pride in our backgrounds and traditions.'
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