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Family Quote by Alexandra Croom

“If any-one accosts young girls who are dressed in the clothes of slaves, his offence will be seen as minor, and even more so if the women are dressed as prostitutes, and not as [respectable] mothers of families. Therefore, if a woman is not dressed as a matron and some-one calls out to her or…” quote by Alexandra Croom
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““If any-one accosts young girls who are dressed in the clothes of slaves, his offence will be seen as minor, and even more so if the women are dressed as prostitutes, and not as [respectable] mothers of families. Therefore, if a woman is not dressed as a matron and some-one calls out to her or entices away her attendant, he will not be liable to the action for injury””

Alexandra Croom

About This Quote

Attacking young girls in slave attire is minimized, but harsher when they appear as prostitutes, reflecting biased moral judgments.

In simple terms: Bias in judging offenses based on appearance.

Key Takeaway

Challenge double standards in moral judgments.

Themes

bias gender justice

Mood

w critical

Type

analysis legal

When to use this quote

  • human rights advocacy
  • legal reform
  • educational outreach

Key Concepts

social perception legal double standards

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do appearance and perception???WhatHow legal legal protective protect gender??
A Different Perspective

Historical context may differ from modern views.

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