I think that what my parents taught me about hard work, optimism and education still holds true.
Samuel AlitoIn southern Italy, where my grandparents had lived, there were few opportunities. The society was static, with rigid social classes. Poor people, like my grandparents, had little chance to improve their lives, no matter their talents or willingness to work.
Samuel AlitoI am especially indebted to a 10th grade English teacher who encouraged me to read great works of literature.
Samuel AlitoI assume that those who cling to old beliefs will be able to whisper their thoughts in the recesses of their homes, but if they repeat those views in public, they will risk being labeled as bigots and treated as such by governments, employers, and schools.
Samuel Alito