Deborah Caldwell-Stone Teachers Make a Difference - Steven J. Heyman

The speaker reflects on influential teachers in their life, highlighting Miss Nader, who encouraged independent reading in the school library, and Steven Heyman, who taught First Amendment law with a focus on dignity and humanity. These lessons have shaped the speaker's current work, emphasizing the importance of respecting individual rights and freedoms, particularly in the context of libraries.

What did Miss Nader do to support the speaker's early reading skills?

• She assigned extra homework.

• She gave them private tutoring sessions.

• She allowed them to explore the library freely.

• She made them join a special reading group.

Who was Steven Heyman in the speaker's life?

• A family friend.

• Their first-grade teacher.

• Their law school professor.

• A famous author.

What aspect of the First Amendment did Steven Heyman emphasize?

• The importance of free speech only.

• The history of the First Amendment.

• Respecting the dignity and humanity of individuals.

• The significance of court decisions.

How does the speaker apply the teachings of the First Amendment in their work today?

• By focusing on financial growth.

• By ensuring respect for everyone's dignity and rights.

• By teaching law students.

• By writing books on the First Amendment.

In what context does the speaker particularly focus on respecting dignity and rights?

• In the context of schools.

• In the context of government.

• In the context of businesses.

• In the context of libraries.