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We’re going to foment our own revolution. So I say to the women out there in America, let’s keep this fight going! Put on your lipstick, square your shoulders, suit up, and let’s fight for a new American revolution where women are paid equal pay for equal work, and let’s end wage discrimination in this century once and for all!
Barbara Mikulski
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What this quote means

This quote encourages women to actively pursue equal pay and fight against wage discrimination.

Barbara Mikulski's quote emphasizes the need for women to unite and continue their struggle for equality in the workplace, specifically advocating for equal pay. By using powerful imagery, such as putting on lipstick and squaring shoulders, she motivates women to take a stand and make their voices heard against wage discrimination, reinforcing the idea that achieving fairness and justice is a collective effort that must persist into the future.

Themes

Equal PayWomen'S RightsWage DiscriminationRevolutionAdvocacy

In practice

Example use cases

During a women's rights rally, this quote can inspire attendees to remain steadfast in their commitment to equality.

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