No woman shall have the legal right to bear a child without a permit for parenthood.
Margaret SangerRead
Women must have economic and social equality with men.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the need for women to have the same economic and social rights as men.
Margaret Sanger's quote underscores the fundamental belief that for true equity to exist in society, women must enjoy equal social and economic opportunities as their male counterparts. This statement addresses the broader issue of gender equality and advocates for the dismantling of systemic barriers that have historically marginalized women in various aspects of life, including the workplace and social structures.
Themes
WomenEqualityEconomicSocialRightsGender
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in discussions about women's rights at a conference.
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