Get up. Stand up. Speak up. Do something.
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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.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes that the Me Too movement transcends individual ownership and is fundamentally about supporting survivors of sexual violence.
Tarana Burke's quote underscores the collective nature of the Me Too movement, illustrating that it is not the personal story or experience of any one individual, including herself or Alyssa Milano, that matters most. Instead, it is a broader struggle for the voices of survivors to be heard and their experiences validated, highlighting the importance of community and shared purpose in advocating for change and healing.
Themes
Me TooSurvivorsCollectiveAdvocacySupport
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech addressing the impact of the Me Too movement on society.
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