Feminism Quote by Jessica Valenti
“I think people resist feminism because they're scared. I think for women, they're scared of being picked on or of being called out.”
About This Quote
Source Opinion piece: "Why Feminism Faces Resistance", 2020
Fear of backlash and social judgment fuels resistance to feminist ideas.
In simple terms: Fear drives feminism resistance.
Address fears and foster open dialogue.
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When to use this quote
- workplace
- social media
- activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears underlie your resistance?
- How can allies reduce intimidation?
Some view feminism as threatening traditional norms.