I don't think the world will destroy itself in a nuclear cataclysm. On the contrary, we have the capacity to save ourselves and save the planet, and we will use it.
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Feminism is dated? Yes, for privileged women like my daughter and all of us here today, but not for most of our sisters in the rest of the world who are still forced into premature marriage, prostitution, forced labor - they have children that they don't want or they cannot feed.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Feminism is still relevant as many women around the world face severe injustices.
Isabel Allende's quote highlights the disparity in women's experiences across different social and economic contexts. While some women may feel that feminism has achieved its goals, many others, particularly in less privileged situations, continue to face daunting challenges such as forced marriage, exploitation, and motherhood under dire circumstances, emphasizing that the feminist struggle is far from over and remains crucial in advocating for women's rights globally.
Themes
FeminismWomen'S RightsEqualityInjusticeGlobal Perspective
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about social justice, one might say this quote to emphasize ongoing struggles.
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