Action Quote by Gloria Steinem
“I looked up affirmative action once in Wikipedia, and it said, 'A measure by which white men are discriminated against,' and I got so mad.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing Race and Policy, Gloria Steinem, 1992
The speaker expresses anger at a definition of affirmative action that frames it as reverse discrimination against white men, highlighting perceived injustice.
In simple terms: Anger at seeing affirmative action described as discrimination against white men.
Key Takeaway
Recognize bias in language and definitions.
Themes
social justice
race relations
policy critique
Mood
critical
frustrated
thoughtful
Type
analysis
controversial
When to use this quote
- academic research
- policy debates
- media analysis
- activist meetings
Key Concepts
sociology
critical theory
public discourse
Questions to Reflect On
- How does language shape our perception of policy?
- What alternative definitions could reduce misunderstanding?
A Different Perspective
The view may overlook affirmative action's intent to address historic inequities.
