The work of woman is not to lessen the severity or the certainty of the penalty for the violation of the moral law, but to prevent this violation by the removal of the causes which lead to it.
Susan B. AnthonyRead
The only question left to be settled now is: Are women persons? And I hardly believe any of our opponents will have the hardihood to say they are not.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote challenges the recognition of women's rights and personhood, advocating for their equality.
Susan B. Anthony's quote highlights the ongoing struggle for women's rights and personhood within society. It underscores the absurdity of denying women their humanity and asserts that such a stance is no longer defensible in the face of growing advocacy for equality and social justice. The quote invites society to reflect on its values and the treatment of women.
Themes
WomenPersonhoodEqualityRightsAdvocacy
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during International Women's Day celebrations to highlight the importance of women's rights.
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