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Abortion Quote by Erica Jong

“I hope we don't have to keep going back over the same territory and winning the same rights over and over again. The battle for birth control. The battle for abortion. The parity of women's health. It's very depressing to think that you win these rights, but then you have to win them again, and…” quote by Erica Jong
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“I hope we don't have to keep going back over the same territory and winning the same rights over and over again. The battle for birth control. The battle for abortion. The parity of women's health. It's very depressing to think that you win these rights, but then you have to win them again, and again, and again, and fight the same battles over and over.”

Erica Jong

About This Quote

Source Speech: Women's Rights Rally, 2022

Rights like birth control and abortion must be defended repeatedly because they are constantly threatened.

In simple terms: Women must keep fighting for reproductive rights.

Key Takeaway

Stay vigilant and organized in advocacy.

Themes

activism reproductive rights politics

Mood

determined urgent

Type

political inspirational

When to use this quote

  • grassroots campaigns
  • policy lobbying

Key Concepts

legal precedent social movements

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we build lasting protections?
  • What strategies prevent rights erosion?
A Different Perspective

Legal victories can be rolled back.

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