Nov. 18, 2020
By Samantha May
Staff Writer
The loss of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who died on Sept. 18 at the age of 87, has impacted both students and teachers at LHS. In this “Faces in the Crowd” feature, The Lighthouse asked students and teachers what RBG meant to them.
Ms. Burns, English and public speaking teacher
“Ruth Bader Ginsburg represented equity and inclusivity. She fought vigorously for the rights of women and minorities, displaying great strength and resilience, both personally and professionally, along the way. To me, RBG means dissenting in the face of wrongdoing and remaining steadfast in fighting for what you believe in.”
Aidan Fairchild, sophomore
“RBG was a symbol of peace and hope for myself and a lot of other people. She fought for the rights of women and LGBTQ+ rights, and I’m sad to know that she has passed. I can only hope that there will be someone else to take her place and continue her legacy.”
Iris Gonzales, senior
“Ruth Bader Ginsburg meant body autonomy, meant that I and many other women and minorities could have a choice and voice and meant gender equality. She fought so hard for my rights, and her legacy will never be forgotten. I hope that instead of going backwards, we can keep moving forward with equality for women and minority groups.”
Mr. Spence, history teacher
“When I think of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, I think of someone who really fought to make a difference as a member of the Supreme Court when it came to the way minorities were treated. She looked at people who maybe weren’t granted protection in the original Constitution, and she worked to find a way for these people to fit into the Constitution today because they’re an important part of society.”
Maya Wachlaczenko, freshman
“Ruth Bader Ginsburg was and is a huge role model to me. She has opened so many doors for women in America, fought for equality and lived such a memorable life. She helped me realize anything is possible if I fight a long and hard fight.”
PHOTOS COLLECTED BY SAMANTHA MAY
