Arms Quote by Susan B. Anthony
“I will cut off this right arm of mine before I will ever work or demand the ballot for the Negro and not the woman.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Women's Suffrage Rally, 1869
She asserts that she would sacrifice personal safety rather than accept a system that denies rights to both Black men and women.
In simple terms: She would rather die than accept unequal voting rights.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize equality over personal safety.
Themes
suffrage
civil rights
gender equality
racial equality
activism
Mood
determined
defiant
Type
political
activist
When to use this quote
- civil rights protests
- voting rights campaigns
- personal risk for justice
Key Concepts
human rights
moral conviction
political sacrifice
Questions to Reflect On
- What sacrifices are you willing to make for justice?
- How can activism balance risk and inclusivity?
A Different Perspective
Her extreme statement may alienate moderate allies.
