Equality Quote by Emma Goldman
““Woman’s demand for equal suffrage is based largely on the contention that woman must have the equal right in all affairs of society. No one could, possibly, refute that, if suffrage were a right. Alas, for the ignorance of the human mind, which can see a right in an imposition. Or is it not the most brutal imposition for one set of people to make laws that another set is coerced by force to obey? Yet woman clamors for that “golden opportunity” that has wrought so much misery in the world, and robbed man of his integrity and self-reliance; an imposition which has thoroughly corrupted the people, and made them absolute prey in the hands of unscrupulous politicians.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Women's Suffrage Rally, 1910
Advocates that denying women voting rights is an unjust imposition that harms society and empowers corrupt politicians.
In simple terms: Denying women the vote is unjust and harmful.
Key Takeaway
Support equal voting rights.
Themes
equality
politics
justice
women's rights
corruption
Mood
determined
urgent
Type
activist
political
When to use this quote
- voting reforms
- political activism
- legislative debates
- civil rights movements
Key Concepts
democracy
human rights
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does denying suffrage affect societal integrity?
- What are the risks of political corruption without diverse representation?
A Different Perspective
Opponents may argue tradition or stability over change.
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