Women have been trained to speak softly and carry a lipstick. Those days are over.
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She (a woman politician) will be challenging a system that is still wedded to militarism and that saves billions of dollars a year by underpaying women and using them as a reserve cheap labor supply
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote highlights the ongoing challenges women face in a system that prioritizes militarism and economic exploitation over gender equality.
Bella Abzug's quote underscores the persistent struggles of women in politics as they confront a societal framework deeply rooted in militaristic values and economic inequalities. It emphasizes how the system not only perpetuates gender disparities by underpaying women but also relies on their labor in a utilitarian and exploitative manner. Abzug advocates for change by challenging the status quo that devalues women's contributions and perpetuates their marginalization in both the workforce and political spheres.
Themes
WomenPoliticsMilitarismExploitationEquality
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech advocating for women's rights in a political rally.
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