Built Quote by Andrea Dworkin
“We must refuse to submit to those institutions which are by definition sexist - marriage, the nuclear family, religions built on the myth of feminine evil.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Feminist Theory, 1975
Patriarchal institutions perpetuate gender oppression and must be challenged.
In simple terms: Patriarchal systems oppress women.
Key Takeaway
Reject sexist institutions.
Themes
gender
patriarchy
oppression
Mood
defiant
critical
Type
activist
philosophical
When to use this quote
- marriage
- family
- religion
- law
Key Concepts
feminist theory
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you support equality?
- What alternatives exist?
A Different Perspective
Change may face strong resistance.
