Quote by Audre Lorde

The failure of academic feminists to recognize difference as a crucial strength is a failure to reach beyond the first patriarchal lesson. In our world, divide and conquer must become define and empower.

The failure of academic feminists to recognize difference as

Summary

In this quote, the author criticizes academic feminists for their failure to acknowledge and embrace the importance of diversity as a source of strength. By not valuing differences among individuals, the author suggests that academic feminists inadvertently perpetuate the ingrained belief system of patriarchy. Instead, the author argues that rather than dividing and subjugating, it is necessary to define and empower, recognizing that diversity and inclusivity are essential for personal and societal progress.

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