Damage Quote by Erica Jong
“The problem with feminism in the second wave was that we fought so much among ourselves, and I think we did so much damage to the movement... and I think the next wave, the third wave, is women mentoring younger women and women helping younger women to enter the political process and the writing world.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, Erica Jong, 1995
Second‑wave feminism suffered internal conflicts; third‑wave focuses on mentorship and uplifting younger women.
In simple terms: Feminism shifted from conflict to mentorship.
Key Takeaway
Support the next generation.
Themes
feminism
mentorship
generational change
Mood
hopeful
critical
Type
social
inspirational
When to use this quote
- activism
- career development
- political engagement
Key Concepts
intersectionality
movement dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can mentorship be paired with structural change?
- What role can allies play?
A Different Perspective
Mentorship alone may not address systemic barriers.
