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“[On women's role in the home:] Every wife, mother and housekeeper feels at present that there is some screw loose in the household situation.” quote by Elizabeth Cady Stanton
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“[On women's role in the home:] Every wife, mother and housekeeper feels at present that there is some screw loose in the household situation.”

Elizabeth Cady Stanton

About This Quote

Source Speech: Women's Rights Convention, 1868

Women feel household instability, suggesting a need for societal change.

In simple terms: Women sense chaos at home.

Key Takeaway

Address gender roles to improve household stability.

Themes

gender home social change

Mood

concerned hopeful

Type

activist historical

When to use this quote

  • family dynamics
  • policy reform
  • education programs

Key Concepts

feminism sociology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What reforms could reduce household stress?
  • How can men support these changes?
A Different Perspective

Resistance may arise from tradition.

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