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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.” quote by Phyllis Schlafly
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“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.”

Phyllis Schlafly

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.

Key Takeaway

Respect all career choices.

Themes

gender roles feminism career choice family values

Mood

defensive critical

Type

political social

When to use this quote

  • parenting discussions
  • career counseling
  • policy debates
  • media commentary

Key Concepts

social critique cultural bias

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does society value unpaid labor?
  • Can feminism and stay‑at‑home parenting coexist?
A Different Perspective

The statement generalizes a diverse movement and may overlook feminist support for caregiving.

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