Behinds Quote by Kamla Persad-Bissessar
“Looking towards the future, one of the most important issues the national community must face is the widening gap between the liberated, modern, independent women and our traditional men who are being left behind.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address on gender dynamics, 2023
The speaker highlights the growing divide between modern independent women and traditional men, urging societal adaptation.
In simple terms: Society must bridge the gap between evolving women and traditional men.
Key Takeaway
Promote mutual understanding across gender roles.
Themes
gender roles
social change
modernity
tradition
Mood
concerned
hopeful
reflective
Type
speech
political
When to use this quote
- workplace
- family life
- policy debates
- education systems
Key Concepts
feminism
masculinity
cultural evolution
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies support both women's independence and men's evolving roles?
- What policies can reduce gender‑based tensions?
A Different Perspective
Oversimplifies complex socioeconomic factors and may overlook intersectionality.
![“Just between you and me, shouldn’t the World Bank be encouraging MORE migration of the dirty industries to the LDCs [Less Developed Countries]?... I think the economic logic behind dumping a load of toxic waste in the lowest wage country is impeccable and we should face up to that... I’ve always…” quote by Lawrence Summers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ac4/lawrence-summers-16940_air_just-between-you-and-me-shouldn-t-the-wo_4703.jpg)
