My mother worked for more than a decade before marrying. She went to New York City to get a master's degree. And she continued to work as a teacher and a principal until she was forced to retire.Both she and my father instilled in my sister and me a deep love of learning.
Samuel AlitoI think that what my parents taught me about hard work, optimism and education still holds true.
Samuel AlitoI am particularly proud of my contributions in recent cases in which the government has argued in the Supreme Court that racial and ethnic quotas should not be allowed and that the Constitution does not protect a right to an abortion.
Samuel AlitoMany people have been positive influences in my life. My parents, whom I mentioned, were the most important, but many of my teachers were also a big help to me.
Samuel Alito