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“If we're going to have better choices for women, we've got to have better choices for men.” quote by Anne-Marie Slaughter
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“If we're going to have better choices for women, we've got to have better choices for men.”

Anne-Marie Slaughter

About This Quote

Source Speech: Remarks at the Center for American Progress, 2013

Improving gender equality requires parallel progress for both sexes, as each influences the other's opportunities.

In simple terms: Equality needs better options for both women and men.

Key Takeaway

Promote policies that benefit both genders.

Themes

gender equality policy social justice

Mood

hopeful determined

Type

advocacy policy

When to use this quote

  • workplace hiring
  • education access
  • parental leave
  • healthcare reform

Key Concepts

intersectionality systemic change

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we design policies that address both shared and distinct gender needs?
  • What barriers prevent men from supporting women’s advancement?
A Different Perspective

May overlook specific challenges unique to each gender.

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