On the recordMay 25, 2009
a wise Latina woman with the richness of her experience would more often than not reach a better conclusion than a white male who hasn't lived that life.
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Sonia Sotomayor defends her perspective as a Latina woman in the judiciary, emphasizing the value of diverse experiences.
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