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“I am all in favor of pay equity for women, but this kind of legislation, as is typical of what's being proposed by my friends on the other side of the aisle, opens us up to lawsuits for all kinds of problems.” quote by John McCain
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“I am all in favor of pay equity for women, but this kind of legislation, as is typical of what's being proposed by my friends on the other side of the aisle, opens us up to lawsuits for all kinds of problems.”

John McCain

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Source Speech: Senate Hearing, 2009

Support for pay equity is expressed, but concerns about legal risks from proposed legislation are raised.

In simple terms: Supports equal pay but worries about lawsuits.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for fair pay while addressing legal concerns.

Themes

gender equality legislation legal risk

Mood

concerned analytical

Type

political policy

When to use this quote

  • legislative drafting
  • advocacy
  • risk assessment

Key Concepts

pay equity policy debate political strategy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safeguards can protect against lawsuits?
  • How can equity be achieved without excessive litigation?
A Different Perspective

May overlook systemic bias that legislation aims to fix.

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