“Whatever a 'superior' group has will be used to justify its superiority, and whatever an 'inferior' group has will be used to justify its plight. Black men were given poorly paid jobs because they were said to be 'stronger' than white men, while all women were relegated to poorly paid jobs because they were said to be 'weaker.”
Quote by Gloria Steinem
Work
Outrageous acts and everyday rebellions
This book delves into the concept of rebellion, examining both dramatic and routine forms of defiance in society. It features a series of essays that analyze the motivations and impacts of acts of rebellion, highlighting the significance of individual resistance in the broader context of social change. more
Author
Gloria Steinem
Gloria Steinem is an American journalist and social activist, renowned for her leadership in the women's rights movement. Born on March 25, 1934, she was one of the founding editors of Ms. magazine and played a pivotal role in the women's liberation movement of the 1960s and 1970s. Steinem's work has covered a wide range of issues from gender equality to environmental justice. more
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