Agendas Quote by Susan Faludi
“Feminism's agenda is basic: it asks that women not be forced to "choose" between public justice and private happiness. It asks that women be free to define themselves-instead of having their identity defined for them, time and again, by their culture and their men.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Backlash: The Undeclared War Against American Women, Susan Faludi, 1991
Women should not have to choose between public roles and personal fulfillment; they deserve autonomy over their identity.
In simple terms: Women deserve freedom to define themselves.
Key Takeaway
Support women's autonomy.
Themes
gender equality
identity
freedom
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
advocacy
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- personal relationships
- cultural expectations
Key Concepts
feminism
autonomy
social norms
Questions to Reflect On
- How can institutions support women's dual aspirations?
- What cultural shifts are needed for true autonomy?
A Different Perspective
Balancing public and private roles can be complex.
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