I don't know why people are so reluctant to say they're feminists. Could it be any more obvious that we still live in a patriarchal world when feminism is a bad word?
Interpretation
The quote highlights the stigma around feminism in a patriarchal society and questions the reluctance to embrace feminist identity.
Ellen Page emphasizes the paradox of feminism being viewed negatively despite the evident gender inequalities that still persist in society. The reluctance to identify as a feminist suggests a misunderstanding or mischaracterization of feminism itself, which advocates for equality and justice. The statement reflects on the societal pressures and the ongoing struggle for gender equity, where acknowledging one's feminist beliefs can be socially frowned upon.
In practice
In a discussion about gender roles, this quote can illustrate the misconceptions surrounding feminism.
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All is mine but nothing owned, nothing owned for memory, and mine only while I look.
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