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Feminism Quote by Barbara Ehrenreich

“Of all the nasty outcomes predicted for women's liberation...none was more alarming than the suggestion that women would eventually become just like men.” quote by Barbara Ehrenreich
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““Of all the nasty outcomes predicted for women's liberation...none was more alarming than the suggestion that women would eventually become just like men.””

Barbara Ehrenreich

About This Quote

Source Essay: “The Feminist Manifesto” by Barbara Ehrenreich, 1995

The fear that women will become like men reflects anxiety about losing traditional gender roles, overlooking that equality benefits all genders.

In simple terms: Equality shouldn't threaten identity.

Key Takeaway

Embrace gender equality as a shared gain.

Themes

gender equality identity

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • workplace
  • education
  • politics
  • family life

Key Concepts

social norms masculinity feminism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “being like men” mean to you?
  • How can we redefine strength beyond gender?
A Different Perspective

Equality may be perceived as loss of distinctiveness, but it expands freedom for everyone.

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