Able Quote by Hillary Clinton
“Although we weren't able to shatter that highest, hardest glass ceiling this time, thanks to you, it's got about 18 million cracks in it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Democratic National Convention, 2016
Even if we don't break the toughest barriers, progress is made by creating many cracks that weaken them.
In simple terms: Small cracks weaken big barriers.
Key Takeaway
Celebrate incremental progress.
Themes
politics
gender equality
perseverance
incremental change
activism
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
motivational
political
When to use this quote
- activists
- women in leadership
- policy makers
- students of civics
Key Concepts
social change
glass ceiling metaphor
collective effort
Questions to Reflect On
- What small actions can you take today?
- How do you measure progress?
A Different Perspective
Cracks alone may not be enough to break the barrier.
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