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Eventually, I won the right to attend school, but the prejudice was still there
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"Eventually, I won the right to attend school, but the prejudice was still there"

- Ryan White

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This quote by Ryan White talks to the battles he encountered in his life because of his HIV diagnosis. Although that he had the right to participate in school, he still faced bias from his peers and also teachers. This quote highlights the discrimination and stigma that Ryan White faced because of his health problem. It also talks with the toughness and strength of Ryan White, as he was able to overcome the prejudice and also go to institution in spite of the challenges he encountered. This quote is a reminder of the significance of acceptance and also understanding, and just how we should strive to create an inclusive and supportive atmosphere for everyone. Ryan White's story is an ideas to us all, and his quote acts as a pointer of the importance of defending what is right.

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Ryan White This quote is written / told by Ryan White between December 6, 1971 and April 8, 1990. He was a famous Celebrity from USA. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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