Accomplished Quote by Shulamith Firestone
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“[U]nless oppressed groups stick together, and on alliances of self interest rather than do-goodism; nothing can be accomplished in the long run to dismantle the apparatus of oppression.”
About This Quote
Long‑term dismantling of oppression requires solidarity among marginalized groups, not fleeting, self‑serving alliances.
In simple terms: Solidarity beats opportunism.
Key Takeaway
Enduring alliances are key.
Themes
social justice
collective action
intersectionality
Mood
determined
urgent
Type
activist
strategic
When to use this quote
- activist organizing
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
oppression
solidarity
Practical Applications
- community coalitions
- strategic campaigns
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms sustain genuine solidarity?
- How can movements avoid co‑optation?
