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Citizens Quote by Judy Sheindlin

“One of the loveliest weddings I ever performed was that of a gay couple. To me if you are a good citizen, you pay your taxes, you work, you should have all the rights and responsibilities of everybody else.” quote by Judy Sheindlin
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“One of the loveliest weddings I ever performed was that of a gay couple. To me if you are a good citizen, you pay your taxes, you work, you should have all the rights and responsibilities of everybody else.”

Judy Sheindlin

About This Quote

Source Interview: Television courtroom show, 2020

Affirms equal rights for gay couples, linking citizenship duties with full societal participation.

In simple terms: Equality for all citizens.

Key Takeaway

Support equal rights.

Themes

equality civil rights citizenship

Mood

empathetic assertive

Type

legal social

When to use this quote

  • family law
  • public policy

Key Concepts

legal reform social inclusion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to foster inclusive policies?
  • What role does law play in equality?
A Different Perspective

May face cultural opposition.

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