Class Quote by Susan Brownmiller
“Women as a class have never subjugated another group; we have never marched off to wars of conquest in the name of the fatherland. We have never been involved in a decision to annex the territory of a neighboring country, or to fight for foreign markets on distant shores. These are the games men play, not us. We want to be neither oppressors nor oppressed. The women's revolution is the final revolution of them all.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Feminist Revolution" by Susan Brownmiller, 1970
Women have historically avoided imperialist aggression and seek a society without oppressors or victims, viewing feminism as the ultimate liberation.
In simple terms: Women reject war and conquest, aiming for equality.
Key Takeaway
Embrace non‑violent, inclusive change.
Themes
equality
peace
feminism
anti‑imperialism
social justice
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy making
- education reform
- community organizing
Key Concepts
Patriarchy
power dynamics
revolutionary theory
non‑violence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can feminism address intersecting oppressions?
- What non‑violent strategies can replace traditional power structures?
A Different Perspective
May overlook individual agency within diverse cultures.
