African american Quote by Sojourner Truth
“And ain't I a woman? Look at me! Look at my arm! I have ploughed and planted, and gathered into barns, and no man could head me! And ain't I a woman? I could work as much and eat as much as a man - when I could get it - and bear the lash as well! And ain't I a woman? I have borne thirteen children, and seen most all sold off to slavery, and when I cried out with my mother's grief, none but Jesus heard me! And ain't I a woman?”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Women's Rights Convention, Akron, Ohio, 1851
A powerful declaration of women's strength and equality, challenging gender and racial oppression.
In simple terms: Women are strong and equal.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for gender and racial justice.
Themes
equality
gender
race
Mood
defiant
inspirational
Type
historical
activist
When to use this quote
- activism
- public speaking
- civil rights movements
- education
- policy reform
Key Concepts
intersectionality
empowerment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we honor this legacy today?
- What actions combat ongoing sexism and racism?
A Different Perspective
Opposition and systemic barriers persist.
