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“Feminism died in 1998 when Hillary allowed henchlings and Democrats to demonize Monica as an unbalanced stalker, and when Gloria Steinem defended Mr. Clinton against Kathleen Willey and Paula Jones by saying he had merely made clumsy passes, then accepted rejection, so there was no sexual…” quote by Maureen Dowd
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“Feminism died in 1998 when Hillary allowed henchlings and Democrats to demonize Monica as an unbalanced stalker, and when Gloria Steinem defended Mr. Clinton against Kathleen Willey and Paula Jones by saying he had merely made clumsy passes, then accepted rejection, so there was no sexual harassment involved. As to his dallying with an emotionally immature 21-year-old, Ms. Steinem noted, 'Welcome sexual behavior is about as relevant to sexual harassment as borrowing a car is to stealing one.' Surely what's good for the Comeback Kid is good for the Terminator.”

Maureen Dowd

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Critique of feminist leadership's handling of sexual misconduct allegations, suggesting moral inconsistency.

In simple terms: Feminist leaders' contradictory responses to misconduct.

Key Takeaway

Demand consistent accountability.

Themes

feminism leadership ethics

Mood

critical analytical

Type

political commentary

When to use this quote

  • political commentary
  • media analysis
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

political hypocrisy gender politics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What standards should leaders uphold?
  • How can movements stay accountable?
A Different Perspective

May generalize complex issues.

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