Behalf Quote by Hillary Clinton
“I feel that at this point in our country's history, it is important that we not reverse marriage equality, that we not reverse Roe v. Wade, that we stand up against Citizens United, we stand up for the rights of people in the workplace, that we stand up and basically say: The Supreme Court should represent all of us. That's how I see the court, and the kind of people that I would be looking to nominate to the court would be in the great tradition of standing up to the powerful, standing up on behalf of our rights as Americans.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Campaign remarks, 2016 United States Presidential Election
She argues the Supreme Court must protect progressive rights and reflect the people, opposing reversals of marriage equality, Roe v. Wade, and Citizens United.
In simple terms: The court should safeguard rights and represent everyone.
Key Takeaway
Support a court that defends civil liberties.
Themes
civil rights
judicial independence
progressive values
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
political
advocacy
When to use this quote
- voting decisions
- policy advocacy
- legal reforms
- public debates
Key Concepts
checks and balances
rule of law
public representation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can citizens influence judicial nominations?
- What safeguards ensure court impartiality?
A Different Perspective
Court appointments may face political gridlock and partisan opposition.
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