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.
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I want to help correct the inaccurate image of immigration in the media. There is an idea that women's issues are over here and immigration is over there. Three quarters of undocumented workers are women and children.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Gloria Steinem addresses the misconception that women's issues and immigration are separate, highlighting the significant role of women and children among undocumented workers.
In this quote, Gloria Steinem emphasizes the importance of integrating discussions about women's issues with the broader context of immigration. She points out that a substantial majority of undocumented workers are women and children, challenging the existing narratives that often isolate these two critical social issues. By correcting the misrepresentation of immigration in the media, Steinem advocates for a more inclusive understanding of how different social challenges intersect.
Themes
ImmigrationWomenMediaUndocumented WorkersSocial Issues
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech addressing immigration reform, one could quote Steinem to highlight the intersectionality of women's issues and immigration.
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