Dependent Quote by Mary Barnett Gilson
“The woman who does her job for society inside the four walls of her home must not be considered by her husband or anyone else an economic "dependent," reaching out her hands in mendicant fashion for financial help.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Feminist Economics, 2018
Home‑based workers are unfairly labeled dependent, ignoring their contribution.
In simple terms: Home workers shouldn’t be called economic dependents.
Recognize domestic labor’s value.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- home schooling
- remote work
- caregiving
- entrepreneurship
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can society value home labor?
- What policies support domestic workers?
Economic labels can be contested.