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“As for the American child's classic problem - too much mother, too little father - that would be cured by an equalization of parental responsibility.” quote by Gloria Steinem
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“As for the American child's classic problem - too much mother, too little father - that would be cured by an equalization of parental responsibility.”

Gloria Steinem

About This Quote

Source Interview: Gloria Steinem on Parenting, 1975

Balancing parental roles requires both mothers and fathers to share responsibilities equally.

In simple terms: Equal parenting benefits children.

Key Takeaway

Promote shared parenting duties.

Themes

gender equality family dynamics parenting responsibility social norms

Mood

reflective motivational critical

Type

opinion social commentary

When to use this quote

  • family planning
  • parental leave policies
  • educational workshops
  • community support groups

Key Concepts

feminism role reversal co‑parenting

Questions to Reflect On

  • What barriers exist to shared parenting?
  • How can workplaces support both parents equally?
A Different Perspective

Cultural expectations may resist change, making equal parenting challenging.

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