Quote by Kathleen Hanna

Women didn't want to be on the stage with other women because they didn't want their bodies to be compared. They didn't want another female act opening for them because of this weird competitive and tokenistic attitude.

Women didn't want to be on the stage with other women becaus

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This quote reflects the societal pressures and internalized sexism faced by women in certain fields, particularly in the context of performing arts. Women were reluctant to share the stage with other women as they feared being objectified and degraded in a judging and comparative manner. This mindset stemmed from a toxic combination of societal expectations and a sense of competition ingrained within the culture of the industry. It highlights the challenges women had to overcome in breaking free from tokenism and establishing their worth and talent beyond the limited perspectives imposed upon them.

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