Women have been trained to speak softly and carry a lipstick. Those days are over.
Bella AbzugRead
They are a very extensive minority who have suffered discrimination and who have the same right to participation in the promise and fruits of society as every other individual.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and equal rights for marginalized groups in society.
Bella Abzug highlights the plight of a minority group that has faced discrimination, asserting their rightful place in society alongside everyone else. By recognizing their struggles and advocating for their inclusion, the quote champions the values of equality and shared benefits for all individuals, regardless of their background or experiences.
Themes
DiscriminationInclusivityEqualityRightsSociety
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on civil rights, one could use this quote to underline the importance of fighting for the rights of all individuals.
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When I first became a lawyer, only 2% of the bar was women. People would always think I was a secretary. In those days, professional women in the business world wore hats. So I started wearing hats.
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Our struggle was political, ideological and economic, and we felt we couldn't make something of ourselves unless we bettered society. We saw the two together.
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As women, we know that we must always find ways to change the process because the present institutions want to hold on to power and keep the status quo.
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I prefer the word 'homemaker' because 'housewife' always implies that there may be a wife someplace else.
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