On rare occasions one does hear of a miraculous case of a married couple falling in love after marriage, but on close examination it will be found that it is a mere adjustment to the inevitable.
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There is no hope even that woman, with her right to vote, will ever purify politics.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses skepticism about the ability of women, despite gaining the right to vote, to change the corrupt nature of politics.
Emma Goldman's quote reflects her belief that simply granting women the right to vote will not lead to significant changes in the political landscape. She suggests that the entrenched corruption in politics is so deep-rooted that it cannot be easily altered by the addition of new voters, regardless of their gender. In her view, the political system is flawed and requires more than just representation to become truly effective or just.
Themes
PoliticsWomen'S RightsCorruptionVoteChange
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about women's roles in politics, this quote can be used to highlight the complexities involved in political reform.
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