Feminism Quote by David Tang
“I'm not surprised about the lack of women on boardrooms. They were only emancipated 200 years ago, and historically, men have dominated. I welcome women as long as they qualify for the job.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, 2008
Women have been historically excluded from leadership; progress requires merit‑based inclusion, not tokenism.
In simple terms: Women need qualifications, not quotas.
Key Takeaway
Promote meritocracy and support women's advancement.
Themes
gender equality
leadership
meritocracy
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
analytical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- corporate hiring
- board appointments
- policy reforms
Key Concepts
historical bias
systemic barriers
empowerment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can organizations ensure unbiased evaluation?
- What structural changes support women’s leadership?
A Different Perspective
May overlook unconscious bias that hinders true equality.
