Advantage Quote by Anne Roiphe
“I believe that it is our human right to be parents and women. And there's no contradiction between feminism, which means women should have all that they are entitled to, all that they can do, all the opportunities that they can take advantage of they should have.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Whole Woman" by Anne Roiphe, 1995
Parenthood is a fundamental right; feminism supports women’s full opportunities.
In simple terms: Women have a right to be parents and pursue all opportunities.
Key Takeaway
Champion both parenting rights and gender equality.
Themes
feminism
parenthood
rights
Mood
hopeful
empowering
Type
philosophical
activist
When to use this quote
- policy advocacy
- family planning
- career counseling
Key Concepts
gender equality
social justice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies support parenthood without limiting women’s ambitions?
- What policies promote both?
A Different Perspective
Balancing parenting and career can be challenging.
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