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Diversity Quotes

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These quotes raise diversity as a policy concern on college campuses, a point of pride in state identity, and a question of fair representation in media compared with the variety already found in nature. See Diverse quotes for a related angle.

We need to stop illegal immigration totally and reduce legal immigration and end the diversity visas policy pushed hard by President Clinton and allowing many persons from the Middle East to come to this country.

Quotes by Virgil Goode

A lot of companies make diversity a part of the performance goals against which an executive gets paid. Just as you have to make a certain sales number, you have to make a diversity number to get your bonus.

Quotes by Vernon Jordan

President Obama celebrates diversity, yet instinctively seeks common ground and builds on that common ground to make progress.

Quotes by Valerie Jarrett

It's a big, complicated democracy, and one of the strengths of our country is... its rich diversity.

Quotes by Valerie Jarrett

Europe itself is an embodiment of this diversity.

Quotes by Ulrich Beck

I'm big on diversity. My music is very diverse; I don't want it to ever be typecasted.

Quotes by Travis Scott

Keep in mind that diversity does not just mean black. It means all of it - age, weight, gender.

Quotes by Tracee Ellis Ross

I think it's not up to Congress to dictate what the right amount of diversity is, but I think it's Congress' place to ask the question, to any industry, in talking about what's going on out there. Is there a...

Quotes by Tony Cardenas

The FCC was founded in 1934, and their first major action was in 1941 when they broke up NBC. NBC used to be NBC Red and NBC Blue, and they broke them up for the same exact reason: that there...

Quotes by Tony Cardenas

You have the wookie character, which is one of the biggest aliens in 'Defiance.' These guys are just walking about with these mechanical faces on, and it actually looks insane. The amount of diversity of all the aliens in the...

Quotes by Tony Curran

Employers have recognized for some time that it's smart business to have a diverse workforce - one in which many views are represented and everyone's talents are valued. Well, disability is part of diversity.

Quotes by Tom Perez

I think one of the strengths of Wisconsin's economy is it's diversity - and in making sure that we're doing everything we can to have a state government that's responsive to that and being here and encouraging people to expand...

Quotes by Tom Barrett

To be in Florence is to reflect on Europe's intricate diversity - and its lost creativity.

Quotes by Timothy Garton Ash

The next time some academics tell you how important diversity is, ask how many Republicans there are in their sociology department.

Quotes by Thomas Sowell

Diversity gives our city a competitive edge.

Quotes by Thomas Menino

For the liberal state to accommodate a diversity of beliefs while having few positive convictions is one of the more admirable achievements of civilization.

Quotes by Terry Eagleton

I grew up in California, and when I read that Proposition 8 was on the ballot, I was disappointed because it seemed to be inconsistent with the spirit of the state, with the independence and diversity of the frontier that...

Quotes by Ted Olson

Diversity - both in ideas and people - has always been one of the country's greatest assets.

Quotes by Ted Lieu

Discomfort levels in our societies are rising, or so it would seem. In theory, we invoke diversity and tolerance. But in real life, we raise our hackles and withdraw into ourselves.

Quotes by Tariq Ramadan

Religious symbols should be visible in public space, in a dignified and non-provocative manner. Christmas trees here, Jewish menorahs there and, further along, a minaret - these symbols represent human life in all its diversity.

Quotes by Tariq Ramadan

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this collection of "diversity" quotes cover?
It covers diversity in higher education, a state's demographic story, representation in media, and diversity as one of several pressing issues of the era.
Does a quote discuss diversity in education?
Yes: "The lack of diversity in higher education is a problem we as a country must tackle if we're going to live up to our promise." That's presented as the speaker's own opinion.
Does a quote mention a specific place's diversity?
Yes: "As one of the largest states in the country, Florida's vibrant diversity is a key part of our nation's story."
Is media representation discussed here?
Yes: "There's diversity in nature, so why not the media?"
Is diversity linked to other issues in this collection?
Yes: one quote lists it among "inequality, diversity, and the impact of tech" as issues of the 21st century worth caring about. See the Inclusion collection for a related theme.

One entry ties diversity directly to broader 21st-century concerns like inequality and technology's reach. Browse Diversity slogans or Different Cultures quotes for more.