Quote by Caroline Kennedy

In my family in particular, I think, there was a sense we have to work twice as hard.

In my family in particular, I think, there was a sense we ha

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This quote expresses the belief within the speaker's family that they have to put in double the effort and dedication compared to others in order to succeed. It implies a recognition of potential socio-economic disadvantages or discrimination that they may face, and the understanding that they must compensate for these challenges with extra perseverance and hard work.

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