The main cause is a pernicious falsehood propagated against her being, namely that she is inferior by her nature. Inferior in what? What has man ever done that woman, under the same advantages could not do?
Ernestine RoseRead
All that I can tell you is, that I used my humble powers to the uttermost, and raised my voice in behalf of Human Rights in general, and the elevation and Rights of Woman in particular, nearly all my life.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the lifelong commitment to advocating for human rights and specifically women's rights.
In this quote, Ernestine Rose reflects on her dedication to social justice throughout her life, using her abilities to champion both human rights universally and women's rights in particular. It highlights the significance of utilizing one's talents and voice in the pursuit of equality and justice for all, stressing the importance of activism and advocacy in bringing about change.
Themes
Human RightsWomen'S RightsAdvocacyActivismEquality
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech at a women's rights rally to inspire activists and encourage participation.
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All quotes →For here lies the corner stone of all the injustices done woman, the wrong idea from which all other wrongs proceed. She is not acknowledged as mistress of herself. For her cradle to her grave she is another's. We do indeed need and demand the other rights of which I have spoken, but let us first obtain OURSELVES.
Ernestine RoseRead
Again, I shall be told that the law presumes the husband to be kind, affectionate, and ready to provide for and protect his wife. But what right, I ask, has the law to presume at all on the subject?
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Books and opinions, no matter from whom they came, if they are in opposition to human rights, are nothing but dead letters.
Ernestine RoseRead
It is high time to compel man by the might of right to give woman her political, legal and social rights. She will find her own sphere in accordance with her capacities, powers and tastes; and yet she will be woman still.
Ernestine RoseRead
Slavery and freedom cannot exist together.
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