No written law has ever been more binding than unwritten custom supported by popular opinion.
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Roll up your sleeves, set your mind to making history, and wage such a fight for liberty that the whole world will respect our sex.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Take action and fight for freedom, earning respect for women.
Carrie Chapman Catt, a prominent suffragist, emphasizes the importance of active participation and determination in the struggle for women's rights. She encourages women to engage deeply in their cause, setting an example that demands global acknowledgment and respect for their fight for liberty.
Themes
LibertyHistoryWomen'S RightsRespectCourageActivism
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used to inspire a group of activists during a women's rights rally.
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