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“This producer was a woman, a type I became acquainted with at the beginning of my stand-up career in Denver. I cared little for them: blondes in high heels who were so anxious to reach the professional level of the men they worshipped, fawned over, served, built up, and flattered that they would…” quote by Roseanne Barr
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““This producer was a woman, a type I became acquainted with at the beginning of my stand-up career in Denver. I cared little for them: blondes in high heels who were so anxious to reach the professional level of the men they worshipped, fawned over, served, built up, and flattered that they would stab other women in the back. They are the ultimate weapon used by men against actual feminists who try to work in media, and they are never friends to other women, you can trust me on that.””

Roseanne Barr

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 criticizes a stereotype of women in media who emulate men, suggesting they become tools used by men against genuine feminists.

In simple terms: Women who mimic men are seen as harmful to real feminists.

Key Takeaway

Beware of adopting harmful stereotypes.

Themes

gender media feminism stereotypes

Mood

critical skeptical

Type

observational commentary

When to use this quote

  • entertainment industry
  • career advancement
  • female mentorship

Key Concepts

power dynamics identity competition

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does imitation affect solidarity?
  • Can women support each other without competition?
A Different Perspective

Not all women in media fit this description; context matters.

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