The societies that work build an infrastructure of care_x000D_ as well as an infrastructure of capitalism.
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Only when women wield power in significant numbers will we create a society that genuinely works for all women … that will be a society that works for everyone.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The active participation of women in power is essential for creating a fair society for all.
Anne-Marie Slaughter emphasizes the importance of women's representation in positions of power. She suggests that true societal progress and equality can only be achieved when women hold significant power, which in turn will benefit everyone in society, not just women. This quote advocates for inclusive leadership as the foundation for a just and equitable society.
Themes
WomenPowerSocietyEqualityLeadership
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about gender equality, one could say, 'As Anne-Marie Slaughter pointed out, only when women wield power in significant numbers will we create a society that genuinely works for all.'
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