Ordinary women attempt to change our bodies to resemble a pornographic ideal. Ordinary women construct a false self and come to hate this self.
Susan GriffinRead
Every important social movement reconfigures the world in the imagination. What was obscure comes forward, lies are revealed, memory shaken, new delineations drawn over the old maps: it is from this new way of seeing the present that hope emerges for the future...Let us begin to imagine the worlds we would like to inhabit, the long lives we will share, and the many futures in our hands.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Social movements reshape our understanding of the world, revealing truths and inspiring hope for the future.
The quote highlights the transformative power of social movements in shaping our perceptions and imaginations. By unveiling hidden truths and reinterpreting our reality, these movements not only challenge the status quo but also foster hope for a better future. Griffin urges us to envision the kind of world we desire, emphasizing the importance of collective imagination in creating new possibilities and futures.
Themes
Social MovementsImaginationHopeChangeFuture
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech at a rally, one could use this quote to inspire attendees to contribute to social change.
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