Becoming Quote by Kathleen Hanna
“I'm more interested in a feminism that ends discrimination for all people. It's not just about a woman becoming the CEO of a company or something. It's connected to racism and classism and gender issues that go beyond the binary.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music and Activism with Kathleen Hanna, 2015
She seeks a feminism that eliminates all forms of oppression, linking gender, race, class, and more.
In simple terms: Feminism should fight all discrimination, not just gender.
Key Takeaway
Champion intersectional justice.
Themes
feminism
intersectionality
social justice
Mood
empowering
determined
Type
activist
inspirational
When to use this quote
- activism
- education
- policy reform
Key Concepts
gender studies
critical theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can movements stay inclusive?
- What are the biggest barriers to intersectionality?
A Different Perspective
It can dilute specific gender issues.
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