On the Shoulders of Giants

“You can’t pull off that style of cross-examination. You’re not a man. You’re not white. And, I’ll say it, you’re too short.” Although that may not have been the exact quote, it certainly was the message delivered by a guest mock trial judge about me — a 5’3”, Asian female.

I am lucky, because that sentiment was not what I had heard 99 percent of my life. That’s not to say I was surrounded by those cheering me on to show the world what a short Asian woman can do. Instead, I was fortunate to have people who encouraged me simply because I am a person who tries hard.