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“One solution might be to impose the duty on admissions officers to arbitrarily admit only half women and half men.” quote by Phyllis Schlafly
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“One solution might be to impose the duty on admissions officers to arbitrarily admit only half women and half men.”

Phyllis Schlafly

About This Quote

Source Speech: Political Commentary, 1970s

Proposes gender‑balanced admissions quotas as a solution to perceived bias.

In simple terms: Suggests forcing equal male‑female admission numbers.

Key Takeaway

Consider fairness versus merit.

Themes

gender equality education policy quotas

Mood

critical controversial

Type

political policy

When to use this quote

  • college admissions
  • policy debates
  • legal challenges

Key Concepts

affirmative action social engineering

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is enforced balance truly equitable?
  • What are the unintended consequences?
A Different Perspective

May ignore individual merit and diversity of talent.

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