Arm Quote by Susan B. Anthony
“I will cut off this right arm of mine before I will ask for the ballot for the Negro and not for the woman.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Women's Suffrage Rally, 1872
She rejects any compromise that excludes women from voting, even if it means sacrificing other rights.
In simple terms: No compromise on voting rights.
Key Takeaway
Demand full suffrage for all.
Themes
women's rights
equality
political participation
justice
activism
Mood
determined
passionate
Type
activist
historical
When to use this quote
- voting rights campaigns
- legislative lobbying
- public demonstrations
Key Concepts
suffrage movement
civil rights
intersectionality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can movements prioritize without alienating allies?
- What tactics unite diverse causes?
A Different Perspective
Balancing multiple civil rights can create strategic tensions.
