Quote by Elena Kagan

It was a very cool thing to be a smart girl, as opposed to some other, different kind. And I think that made a great deal of difference to me growing up and in my life afterward.

It was a very cool thing to be a smart girl, as opposed to s

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This quote illustrates the significance of being perceived as a "smart girl" in the formative years and how it continues to influence one's life. The speaker suggests that being recognized for intelligence had a positive impact on their self-esteem and subsequent experiences. This emphasis on intelligence suggests that societal expectations and stereotypes surrounding gender and intelligence played a substantial role in shaping their identity and trajectory.

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