Attributes Quote by Katharine Graham
“The thing women must do to rise to power is to redefine their femininity. Once, power was considered a masculine attribute. In fact power has no sex.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Women in Leadership, 1995
Redefining femininity shows power isn’t gendered, allowing women to claim authority on their own terms.
In simple terms: Power isn’t gendered; women can reshape femininity to lead.
Key Takeaway
Embrace and redefine femininity for leadership.
Themes
gender
leadership
identity
empowerment
Mood
determined
inspirational
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- corporate leadership
- political campaigns
- activist movements
- media representation
Key Concepts
feminist theory
social construction of gender
Questions to Reflect On
- How can redefining femininity change power dynamics?
- What barriers exist for women redefining gender norms?
A Different Perspective
Societal expectations may resist non‑traditional gender expressions.
