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Amendment Quote by Dianne Feinstein

“For the life of me, I don't understand what honest motive there is in putting this in front of this body to philosophically debate marriage on a constitutional amendment that is not going to happen, and which is enormously divisive in all of our communities.” quote by Dianne Feinstein
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“For the life of me, I don't understand what honest motive there is in putting this in front of this body to philosophically debate marriage on a constitutional amendment that is not going to happen, and which is enormously divisive in all of our communities.”

Dianne Feinstein

About This Quote

Source Speech: Senate Hearing, 2021

Criticizes a constitutional amendment debate on marriage as futile and divisive.

In simple terms: Debating marriage amendment seems pointless and divisive.

Key Takeaway

Focus on unifying issues.

Themes

politics division marriage law

Mood

critical concerned

Type

political analytical

When to use this quote

  • legislative sessions
  • public discourse
  • community building

Key Concepts

constitutional law social policy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why is this debate contentious?
  • How can we find common ground?
A Different Perspective

May overlook minority rights concerns.

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