Becoming Quote by Andrea Dworkin
“A commitment to sexual equality with males is a commitment to becoming the rich instead of the poor, the rapist instead of the raped, the murderer instead of the murdered.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “Sexual Equality and Power”, 1985
Equality for women can invert power structures, leading to the same oppression if not truly equitable.
In simple terms: Equality may just flip roles, not end oppression.
Key Takeaway
Seek true equity, not role reversal.
Themes
gender equality
power dynamics
justice
Mood
critical
urgent
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- legislative reform
- education curricula
- activist movements
- workplace policies
Key Concepts
patriarchy
oppression
social structures
Questions to Reflect On
- How can equality be achieved without replicating oppression?
- What systemic changes are needed?
A Different Perspective
Changing roles without changing systems can perpetuate harm.
