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Fathers Quote by Joshilyn Jackson

“Parenthood shouldn’t work this way. Fathers shouldn’t get to decide if they wanted to father or not, thirteen years in. Fathers who weren’t dead should do their damn job.” quote by Joshilyn Jackson
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““Parenthood shouldn’t work this way. Fathers shouldn’t get to decide if they wanted to father or not, thirteen years in. Fathers who weren’t dead should do their damn job.””

Joshilyn Jackson

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Girl Who Lived, 2013

Critiques paternal rights and responsibilities, arguing fathers should not claim authority after long absence.

In simple terms: Fathers shouldn't decide a child's life after abandoning them.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for consistent parental involvement.

Themes

family rights responsibility

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

ethical social commentary

When to use this quote

  • court custody battles
  • family counseling
  • social policy debates

Key Concepts

ethics parental duty gender roles

Questions to Reflect On

  • How should the law balance parental rights and child welfare?
  • What responsibilities do absent parents bear?
A Different Perspective

May ignore complexities of individual circumstances.

4.9 out of 5 (6 ratings)

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