Ashamed Quote by E. M. Forster
“The woman who can't influence her husband to vote the way she wants ought to be ashamed of herself.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: A Passage to India, E. M. Forster, 1924
A woman who cannot sway her husband's political views should feel personal responsibility for her own agency.
In simple terms: She should be accountable for her influence.
Take responsibility for your own voice.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family discussions
- political activism
- marriage counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can she empower herself within the marriage?
- What societal changes could shift this dynamic?
It ignores structural power imbalances that limit influence.