Charlotte Whitton Quotes

A collection of quotes by Charlotte Whitton.

Charlotte Whitton (1896-1975) was a Canadian politician and women's rights activist. She served as the mayor of Ottawa, Ontario, from 1951 to 1956 and again from 1960 to 1964, becoming the first woman to hold the position. Whitton advocated for social reform, supporting issues such as affordable housing, healthcare, and education. She was known for her strong and determined personality, often clashing with her political opponents. Whitton's contributions towards gender equality and her dedication to public service made her a trailblazer in Canadian politics.

Whatever women do they must do twice as well as men to be th

Whatever women do they must do twice as well as men to be thought half as good. Luckily, this is not difficult.

Charlotte Whitton


When one must, one can.

When one must, one can.

Charlotte Whitton

Motivational Must

Man cannot live by incompetence alone.

Man cannot live by incompetence alone.

Charlotte Whitton

Alone

Whatever women do, they must do twice as well as men to be h

Whatever women do, they must do twice as well as men to be half as good. Luckily, this is not difficult.

Charlotte Whitton

Men