Battering Quote by Lierre Keith
“Men: Stand in solidarity with women. Women, if you were born female, you were born on a battlefield. You will be punished for even saying that out loud, but the grim truth is you're going to be punished no matter what for the 'sin' of being female. Battering is the most commonly committed violent crime in the United States. That's a man beating a woman. Globally, half of all women will experience life-threatening violence from a man. Half. That's more hatred than I can comprehend. Right now, that battlefield is such a slaughter that we can't even collect our wounded.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Feminist Activism, 2022
The speaker highlights systemic violence against women, framing gender as a battlefield where oppression is inevitable.
In simple terms: Women face constant violence and oppression.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and confront gender‑based violence.
Themes
gender equality
violence
social justice
Mood
urgent
determined
Type
advocacy
call‑to‑action
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy reform
- education
- support services
Key Concepts
patriarchy
intersectionality
human rights
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions can reduce gender‑based violence?
- How can allies effectively support women?
A Different Perspective
Violence is deeply rooted in cultural and institutional structures.
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