It's important to underscore this overriding fact: women are not just victims of conflict-they are agents of peace and agents of change.
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But fighting to give women and girls a fighting chance isn’t a nice thing to-do. It isn’t some luxury that we get to when we have time on our hands to spend. This is a core imperative for every human being in every society. If we do not continue the campaign for women’s rights and opportunities, the world we want to live, the country we all love and cherish, will not be what it should be.
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What this quote means
Advocating for women's rights is essential for progress in society.
This quote emphasizes the crucial role that fighting for women's rights and opportunities plays in shaping a just and equitable society. Hillary Clinton argues that this is not merely a luxury or an optional endeavor, but a fundamental obligation for all individuals in order to create a world that reflects the values of inclusiveness and fairness. Ignoring this responsibility threatens the very fabric of the society we desire to build.
Themes
Women'S RightsEqualityAdvocacySocietyChange
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech advocating for gender equality.
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