Appeals Quote by Gerda Lerner
“The appeal of the New Right is simply that it seems to promise that nothing will change in the domestic realm. People are terrified of change there, because it's the last humanizing force left in society, and they think, correctly, that it must be retained.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Creation of Patriarchy by Gerda Lerner, 1986
The New Right attracts support by promising to preserve traditional family structures, which many fear losing as a source of humanity.
In simple terms: People cling to familiar family roles for security.
Key Takeaway
Protect and value domestic stability.
Themes
family
tradition
politics
gender
security
Mood
anxious
reflective
hopeful
Type
political
social
cautionary
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- parenting decisions
- community activism
- policy debates
Key Concepts
patriarchy
social conservatism
identity
fear of change
Questions to Reflect On
- How does preserving tradition affect social progress?
- What alternatives exist to protect humanity without resisting change?
A Different Perspective
Change can also bring positive social reforms and equality.
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