Marriage Quote by John Bercow
“Sally is my wife, but not my chattel or my property.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Parliamentary Address, 2015
The speaker affirms his wife's equality, rejecting ownership language.
In simple terms: He emphasizes marital partnership, not possession.
Key Takeaway
Treat partners as equals, not property.
Themes
equality
marriage
respect
gender rights
Mood
assertive
hopeful
Type
ethical
political
When to use this quote
- family life
- legal discussions
- public policy
- education
Key Concepts
feminism
social ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do language choices affect gender equality?
- What other relationships need similar reframing?
A Different Perspective
Cultural norms may still perpetuate ownership metaphors.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away-from-home_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
