Quote by Sandra Day O'Connor

Yes, I will bring the understanding of a woman to the Court, but I doubt that alone will affect my decisions.

Yes, I will bring the understanding of a woman to the Court,

Summary

This quote suggests that while the speaker acknowledges their unique perspective as a woman when serving on the Court, they express doubt that their gender alone will significantly influence their decisions. It implies that their decision-making process will be based on more comprehensive factors, such as legal reasoning, impartiality, and a consideration of various perspectives rather than simply relying on personal experiences or biases associated with their gender.

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By Sandra Day O'Connor

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