Funny Quote by Irin Carmon
““The people closest to RBG find her entrance to the zeitgeist hilarious, if perplexing. “It’s hard for me to think of someone less likely to care about being a cult figure,” says David Schizer, a former RBG clerk and now a friend.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New York Times, 2022
The speaker notes that people view RBG’s cultural impact as both amusing and confusing, and that she is unlikely to care about being a cult figure.
In simple terms: RBG’s influence is seen as funny yet puzzling, and she doesn’t mind the fame.
Recognize the complexity of public perception.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political activism
- social media discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humor affect serious legacies?
- What does “cult figure” imply for a judge?
RBG may have personal views that differ from public narratives.