I have me brave women who are exploring the outer edge of human possibility, with no history to guide them, and with a courage to make themselves vulnerable that I find moving beyond words.
Gloria SteinemRead
A feminist is anyone who recognizes the equality and full humanity of women and men.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A feminist believes in the equal rights and dignity of both women and men.
In this quote, Gloria Steinem defines feminism not merely as a movement for women's rights, but as a broader recognition of gender equality and the inherent humanity shared by all individuals, regardless of gender. It emphasizes that feminism is inclusive and advocates for the acknowledgement and respect of both women's and men's rights in society.
Themes
FeminismEqualityHumanityGenderRights
In practice
Example use cases
In a lecture about gender studies, one might quote Steinem to highlight the importance of recognizing equal rights.
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