Quote by Andrea Dworkin

A commitment to sexual equality with males is a commitment to becoming the rich instead of the poor, the rapist instead of the raped, the murderer instead of the murdered.

A commitment to sexual equality with males is a commitment t

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This quote by Andrea Dworkin reflects her belief that striving for sexual equality with men can result in adopting their exploitative and harmful behavior. Dworkin suggests that rather than attaining equality by emulating oppressive characteristics, it is important to challenge and dismantle the societal structures that perpetuate inequality and harm. By doing so, we can work towards a more just and equitable society for all.

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