Careers Quote by Phyllis Schlafly
“The feminist movement has spent 30 years putting down the role of stay-at-home moms and trying to tell young women that only someone who is mentally disabled would pick that for a career.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Conservative Rally, 1990s, USA
The quote criticizes feminism for demeaning stay‑at‑home motherhood and labeling it as a poor career choice.
In simple terms: Feminism allegedly undervalues home‑making.
Respect all career choices.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parenting discussions
- career counseling
- policy debates
- media commentary
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does society value unpaid labor?
- Can feminism and stay‑at‑home parenting coexist?
The statement generalizes a diverse movement and may overlook feminist support for caregiving.