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“One of the reasons that women are kept in a state of economic degradation- because that's what it is for most women- is because that is the best way to keep women sexually available.” quote by Andrea Dworkin
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“One of the reasons that women are kept in a state of economic degradation- because that's what it is for most women- is because that is the best way to keep women sexually available.”

Andrea Dworkin

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Women are economically oppressed to keep them sexually available, reinforcing gender inequality.

In simple terms: Economic oppression keeps women sexually available.

Key Takeaway

Challenge and economic systems that exploit women.

Themes

gender inequality economic oppression sexual exploitation

Mood

angry determined

Type

political activist

When to use this quote

  • activism
  • policy reform
  • education
  • support services

Key Concepts

Patriarchy power dynamics intersectionality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can economic empowerment reduce sexual exploitation?
  • What policies best protect women’s autonomy?
A Different Perspective

Economic control alone may not change deep cultural attitudes.

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