Quote by Mary Astell

If all men are born free, why is it that all women are born slaves?

If all men are born free, why is it that all women are born

Summary

This quote questions the existing inequality where men are typically granted more freedoms while women are subjected to various forms of societal limitations. It implies the paradox between the philosophical concept of universal human freedom and the sociocultural reality of gender-based oppression. The quote serves as a critique of the patriarchal systems that restrict women's rights and perpetuate their subjugation, raising awareness about the disparity and urging for fundamental change in societal structures.

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