Quote by Isaac Mizrahi

Even though I grew up as a Sephardic Jew in Brooklyn where we ate Syrian food and went to temple, it was still America.

Even though I grew up as a Sephardic Jew in Brooklyn where w

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This quote highlights an individual's experience of growing up with a unique cultural background within the diverse fabric of America. The mention of being a Sephardic Jew in Brooklyn emphasizes the person's specific heritage and traditions. Despite this cultural distinction, the statement acknowledges that America as a nation has a way of unifying diverse backgrounds, allowing individuals to maintain their customs while also assimilating into the broader American society. It recognizes the coexistence of various cultural identities within the larger American framework.

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