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“Deaf people can do anything, except hear.” quote by Marlee Matlin
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“Deaf people can do anything, except hear.”

Marlee Matlin

About This Quote

Source Interview: 1995, The Talk of the Town

The statement highlights that deaf individuals can achieve anything except hearing.

In simple terms: Deaf people can accomplish all but hearing.

Key Takeaway

Focus on abilities, not limitations.

Themes

disability empowerment ability

Mood

inspirational advocacy

Type

social empowering

When to use this quote

  • education
  • workplace
  • sports
  • artistic pursuits

Key Concepts

inclusion accessibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can society better support deaf abilities?
  • What abilities are often overlooked?
A Different Perspective

May unintentionally reinforce hearing as a norm.

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