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Holly-golightly Quote by Truman Capote

“A person ought to be able to marry men or women... . No, I'm serious. Love should be allowed. I'm all for it. Now that I've got a pretty good idea what it is." - Holly Golightly” quote by Truman Capote
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““A person ought to be able to marry men or women... . No, I'm serious. Love should be allowed. I'm all for it. Now that I've got a pretty good idea what it is." - Holly Golightly””

Truman Capote

About This Quote

Source Novel: Breakfast at Tiffany's, 1958

Love should be inclusive, allowing marriage regardless of gender, reflecting personal authenticity.

In simple terms: Love knows no gender limits.

Key Takeaway

Support love equality.

Themes

love equality authenticity

Mood

hopeful defiant

Type

literary social

When to use this quote

  • dating advice
  • activism
  • personal storytelling

Key Concepts

sexual orientation social norms

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does love shape identity?
  • What barriers exist for love equality?
A Different Perspective

May clash with traditional views.

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