Quote by Robert B. Fleming

There must be some reason why a man must be convinced, while a woman must be persuaded.

There must be some reason why a man must be convinced, while

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This quote suggests that there may be a societal bias or expectation that commonly requires women to put in extra effort to convince or persuade others, compared to men who might be more readily believed or taken seriously. It implies that women face additional barriers when trying to express their opinions or persuade others due to ingrained gender stereotypes, highlighting the unequal treatment that exists between men and women in terms of their credibility and the expectations placed upon them in communication and decision-making processes.

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