Feminism Quote by Hillary Rodham Clinton
““I’m not jealous of my male colleagues often, but I am when it comes to how they can just shower, shave, put on a suit, and be ready to go. The few times I’ve gone out in public without makeup, it’s made the news. So I sigh and keep getting back in that chair, and dream of a future in which women in the public eye don’t need to wear makeup if they don’t want to and no one cares either way.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2022 interview with The New York Times, 2022
The speaker highlights the double standard women face regarding appearance, especially compared to men who can appear ready without effort.
In simple terms: Women are judged more on looks than men.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for normalizing natural appearance.
Themes
gender equality
beauty standards
media pressure
Mood
frustrated
hopeful
Type
personal
social commentary
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- media appearances
- daily routine
- workplace
- social media
Key Concepts
social expectations
gender bias
identity
self‑esteem
Questions to Reflect On
- How does makeup affect your confidence?
- What would change if appearance expectations were removed?
A Different Perspective
Changing norms may be slow and face backlash.
