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I believe that Brazil was prepared to elect a woman. Why? Because Brazilian women achieved that. I didn't come here by myself, by my own merits. We are a majority here in this country.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Rousseff emphasizes the collective achievements of Brazilian women in achieving representation.
In this quote, Dilma Rousseff highlights the significance of women's collective efforts and accomplishments in Brazil, asserting that her election was not solely her individual success but a reflection of the broader societal support and readiness for female leadership. She acknowledges that women constitute a majority in the country and that this majority contributed to her ascendance, underscoring the importance of collaboration and representation in politics.
Themes
BrazilWomenElectionLeadershipRepresentation
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech at a women's conference, I could reference Rousseff's quote to inspire future leaders.
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