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“A woman has, first of all, her duties in their own home, and there are many women particularly when they're young, who can do an active job in their community like being a mayor, but who cannot go to Washington or Albany or wherever the capital of the state is. There are others who can, can leave…” quote by Eleanor Roosevelt
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“A woman has, first of all, her duties in their own home, and there are many women particularly when they're young, who can do an active job in their community like being a mayor, but who cannot go to Washington or Albany or wherever the capital of the state is. There are others who can, can leave home, whose children are older and so forth. I think it all is a personal decision.”

Eleanor Roosevelt

About This Quote

Source Speech: Interview on women's roles, 1940s, null

Women balance domestic duties with public service, choosing paths based on personal circumstances.

In simple terms: Women must choose roles that fit their lives.

Key Takeaway

Decide what works for you.

Themes

women family public service choice

Mood

thoughtful reflective

Type

advice observational

When to use this quote

  • career advancement
  • political office
  • community leadership
  • family caregiving

Key Concepts

gender roles work-life balance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What factors guide your decision?
  • How can society support both roles?
A Different Perspective

Balancing both may be unrealistic for many.

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