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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Work is valued by the social value of the worker.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The worth of a person's work is determined by the value society places on the individual performing it.
Gloria Steinem's quote emphasizes that the value of a person's labor is closely tied to the social status and perceptions surrounding that individual. In essence, it suggests that society often judges and attributes worth to work based on whom it is performed by, rather than the innate value of the work itself, highlighting the intersections of labor, identity, and social constructs in evaluating worth.
Themes
WorkValueSocietyLaborWorthSocial Construct
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech discussing social justice, this quote could highlight the need for fair labor practices.
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