Feminism Quote by Cord Jefferson
“It should go without saying that there's no outside arbiter of who 'deserves' which woman, or of what one 'deserves' to receive from a woman, because women get to decide for themselves.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Politics of Desire, 2020
Women have autonomous authority over their own bodies and choices, rejecting external judgments about what they deserve.
In simple terms: Women decide for themselves.
Respect women's autonomy.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- personal relationships
- advocacy work
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does autonomy affect relationships?
- What barriers exist to true self-determination?
Cultural norms may still pressure women.