Quote by Charlotte Whitton

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

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

Summary

This quote is a sarcastic comment highlighting the perception of gender inequality in society. It suggests that women often face higher expectations and standards compared to men. By implying that women can easily surpass these lower standards set for men, the quote emphasizes the inherent unfairness of the situation. It places a focus on the need for women to exceed expectations just to be considered equal in abilities and achievements.

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