Hillary Clinton Doctorate Speech at Swansea Uni

The speaker shares their journey from meeting Marin, who inspired them to work in early childhood education and legal advocacy for children. Despite financial challenges, they secured a grant to work with Marin, which profoundly changed their perspective on children's rights. After law school, they chose to work at the Children's Defense Fund, focusing on ending the incarceration of teenagers with adults, highlighting the need for special legal protection for children.

What was Marin's response when the speaker asked for a summer job?

• She suggested applying for a scholarship.

• She agreed but mentioned she couldn't pay.

• She declined the request.

• She offered a paid position immediately.

What did the speaker do to secure a job with Marin?

• Worked part-time elsewhere.

• Found a grant to cover expenses.

• Accepted an unpaid internship.

• Borrowed money from family.

What realization did the speaker have about children and the law?

• Children are treated the same as adults in legal matters.

• Children's opinions are always prioritized in legal cases.

• Children require special legal protection and advocacy.

• Children have no legal rights.

Why did the speaker choose not to join a high-paying law firm after graduation?

• The speaker decided to pursue a different career.

• The speaker wanted to travel the world.

• The speaker was not offered any law firm jobs.

• The speaker preferred to work in child advocacy.

What was the focus of the lawsuit the speaker worked on in South Carolina?

• Providing healthcare to underprivileged children.

• Improving education in rural areas.

• Ending the incarceration of teenagers with adults.

• Increasing funding for public schools.