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“The Violence Against Women Act protects the lives of tens of thousands of domestic violence victims. But the U.S. must also support gender equality around the world, and that means acknowledging that some nations we consider to be our friends are no friends to women.” quote by Barbara Boxer
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“The Violence Against Women Act protects the lives of tens of thousands of domestic violence victims. But the U.S. must also support gender equality around the world, and that means acknowledging that some nations we consider to be our friends are no friends to women.”

Barbara Boxer

About This Quote

Source Speech: Congressional Address, 2013, United States

Domestic protection must pair with global gender equality advocacy.

In simple terms: Support women at home and abroad.

Key Takeaway

Champion gender equality worldwide.

Themes

human rights gender equality policy international relations

Mood

urgent hopeful

Type

political advocacy

When to use this quote

  • domestic legislation
  • international diplomacy
  • NGO partnerships
  • humanitarian aid

Key Concepts

legal protection global advocacy women's rights foreign policy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we address allies' gender issues?
  • What strategies promote global women's rights?
A Different Perspective

Cultural resistance can hinder progress abroad.

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