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“A women needs a man like a fish needs a bicycle” quote by Nancy Bartholomew
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““A women needs a man like a fish needs a bicycle””

Nancy Bartholomew

About This Quote

Source Popular Feminist Saying, 1970s

Women are independent and do not need men, just as fish do not need bicycles.

In simple terms: Women can thrive without men.

Key Takeaway

Embrace autonomy.

Themes

gender independence equality stereotypes

Mood

empowering assertive

Type

slogan humorous

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • career choices
  • education
  • social activism

Key Concepts

patriarchy social norms empowerment

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does independence mean to you?
  • How can partnership coexist with autonomy?
A Different Perspective

May be seen as dismissive of partnership.

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