Selfish Quote by Tarana Burke
“I think it is selfish for me to try to frame Me Too as something that I own. It is bigger than me and bigger than Alyssa Milano. Neither one of us should be centered in this work. This is about survivors.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public remarks on Me Too movement, 2017
The speaker emphasizes that the Me Too movement belongs to survivors, not to any individual activist, and that focusing on a single person diminishes its collective purpose.
In simple terms: Me Too is about survivors, not any one person.
Key Takeaway
Center survivors, not personalities.
Themes
activism
solidarity
movement
gender
survivor empowerment
collective voice
Mood
determined
hopeful
serious
Type
inspirational
political
educational
When to use this quote
- activism campaigns
- media interviews
- educational workshops
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
social justice
feminist theory
public discourse
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we keep the focus on survivors?
- What structures ensure the movement stays collective?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on individuals can shift attention away from systemic issues.
