Skip to content

I hope that through my example, such as my role on 'The…

“I hope that through my example, such as my role on 'The West Wing,' I can help change attitudes on deafness and prove we can really do everything... except hear.” quote by Marlee Matlin
Download Open image
“I hope that through my example, such as my role on 'The West Wing,' I can help change attitudes on deafness and prove we can really do everything... except hear.”

Marlee Matlin

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Representation of deafness in media can shift perceptions, showing capability beyond hearing.

In simple terms: Showcasing deaf talent changes attitudes.

Key Takeaway

Promote inclusive casting.

Themes

disability representation media advocacy

Mood

inspirational empowering

Type

advocacy educational

When to use this quote

  • casting decisions
  • public speaking
  • advocacy workshops

Key Concepts

inclusion visibility social change

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can media portray disability without framing it as a deficit?
  • What stories remain untold?
A Different Perspective

May reinforce the notion of "overcoming" rather than normalizing.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by Marlee Matlin

Explore all 89 Marlee Matlin quotes

More Attitude quotes

Browse all 9,543 Attitude quotes