Not a law firm in the entire city of New York bid for my employment as a lawyer when I earned my degree.
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I was tremendously fortunate to be alive and a lawyer, working at a university so I had more flexible hours, when the women's movement was coming alive and when it became possible to argue successfully for a view of the equal protection clause that included women.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects on the privilege of being alive during a pivotal moment in the fight for women's rights, highlighting the significance of flexible work environments and the legal framework for equality.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg expresses her gratitude for being a lawyer and part of the academic community during the emergence of the women's movement. She signifies how this period allowed for successful legal arguments concerning equal protection under the law for women, emphasizing the intersection of her profession and the socio-political progress of the time.
Themes
Women'S RightsEqual ProtectionLegal ProfessionWomen'S MovementFlexible Work
In practice
Example use cases
During a women's rights meeting, to emphasize the importance of legal advocacy.
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