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“You think about the Pledge of Allegiance, "liberty and justice for all." This is at the core of the American creed. The creation of the Legal Services Corporation was a recognition that low-income people have trouble being able to afford a lawyer.” quote by Martha Minow
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“You think about the Pledge of Allegiance, "liberty and justice for all." This is at the core of the American creed. The creation of the Legal Services Corporation was a recognition that low-income people have trouble being able to afford a lawyer.”

Martha Minow

About This Quote

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

The quote highlights the American ideal of equal justice and the need for legal aid for low‑income citizens.

In simple terms: Justice should be accessible to all.

Key Takeaway

Support legal aid for the poor.

Themes

justice equality legal aid

Mood

concerned hopeful

Type

policy advocacy

When to use this quote

  • low‑income legal representation
  • court access
  • policy advocacy
  • community outreach

Key Concepts

civil rights public policy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we improve access to justice?
  • What role should government play?
A Different Perspective

Funding and political will often limit services.

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