Quote by Jesse Tyler Ferguson

As an actor, you just want to work, and then you just want to be on a show or have a job that you love, and you hope that job will last - those things have happened. To have that platform to then talk about something that is very personal to me like marriage equality, it feels like a gift. I try and really respect that voice and not abuse it.

As an actor, you just want to work, and then you just want t

Summary

This quote highlights the desire of actors to secure employment doing what they love and to be part of a show or project they are passionate about. When given the opportunity to speak out about personal causes such as marriage equality, it is seen as a gift and a chance to use their platform for good. The actor recognizes the significance of having a voice in these matters and emphasizes the importance of responsibly using that influence without taking advantage of it.

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Equality

By Jesse Tyler Ferguson

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