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“When I was growing up, so many of the important changes for African-Americans were being made in the United States Supreme Court and were being made by lawyers. I followed the court very intensely and wanted to do that for my life.” quote by Leah Ward Sears
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“When I was growing up, so many of the important changes for African-Americans were being made in the United States Supreme Court and were being made by lawyers. I followed the court very intensely and wanted to do that for my life.”

Leah Ward Sears

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New York Times, 2015

She was inspired by Supreme Court lawyers and decided to pursue a legal career to effect change for African-Americans.

In simple terms: Court lawyers inspired her legal ambition.

Key Takeaway

Follow role models to shape career goals.

Themes

justice inspiration law civil rights career choice

Mood

determined hopeful

Type

personal career

When to use this quote

  • law school selection
  • civil rights activism
  • policy advocacy
  • community outreach

Key Concepts

role model influence systemic change legal advocacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who are your legal role models?
  • How can you overcome barriers in the legal field?
A Different Perspective

Legal paths can be limited by systemic barriers despite inspiration.

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