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“By nice women . . . you probably mean selfish women who have no more thought for the underprivileged, overworked women than a pussycat in a sunny window for the starving kitten in the street. Now in that sense I am not a nice woman, for I do care.” quote by Nellie L. McClung
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“By nice women . . . you probably mean selfish women who have no more thought for the underprivileged, overworked women than a pussycat in a sunny window for the starving kitten in the street. Now in that sense I am not a nice woman, for I do care.”

Nellie L. McClung

About This Quote

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

The speaker critiques women who ignore the oppressed, comparing them to indifferent cats, and admits she cares.

In simple terms: Caring women differ from selfish ones.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and act on social responsibility.

Themes

social justice gender empathy

Mood

concerned determined

Type

activist critical

When to use this quote

  • activism
  • gender equality
  • community support

Key Concepts

ethical critique social responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can women balance self‑care and advocacy?
  • What actions show genuine concern?
A Different Perspective

The analogy may oversimplify complex social dynamics.

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