Care Quote by Carolyn Maloney
“More women are working because they have to, that's what it takes to put the food on the table and pay the rent. And yet we have not changed our policies to support the family. The right wing goes to the floor, and they did when they were in power, and talk about family values. Well, where are they? Family values is support for child care. Family values is equal pay for equal work so that women are paid appropriately.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional remarks, 2022
Women work out of necessity, yet policies lag in supporting families, especially childcare and pay equity.
In simple terms: Women need better family support policies.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for childcare and pay equity reforms.
Themes
gender equality
family policy
economic justice
political hypocrisy
Mood
frustrated
determined
hopeful
Type
political
advocacy
social commentary
When to use this quote
- legislative hearings
- workplace negotiations
- community organizing
- parenting challenges
- budget planning
Key Concepts
social welfare
labor economics
public policy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can citizens pressure lawmakers for family‑friendly policies?
- What concrete steps can businesses take to ensure equal pay?
A Different Perspective
Policy change is slow and faces partisan resistance.
