Quote by Thurgood Marshall

I have a lifetime appointment and I intend to serve it. I expect to die at 110, shot by a jealous husband.

I have a lifetime appointment and I intend to serve it. I ex

Summary

This quote humorously emphasizes the speaker's commitment to their lifetime appointment. Their intention to serve it indicates their dedication to fulfilling their responsibilities until the very end. The mention of expecting to be shot by a jealous husband at age 110 injects irony and dark humor into the quote, suggesting that they will remain committed to their position even until an old age. Overall, this quote showcases the speaker's determination and lighthearted perspective on their role.

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Retirement

By Thurgood Marshall

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