Quote by Emma Goldman

Women need not always keep their mouths shut and their wombs open.

Women need not always keep their mouths shut and their wombs

Summary

This quote suggests that women don't have to conform to traditional societal expectations that dictate they should remain silent and solely focus on motherhood. It implies that women have a right to speak up, express their thoughts and opinions, and not be limited to their reproductive abilities alone. It advocates for women's empowerment and challenges the notion that women's primary value lies solely in their roles as nurturing caregivers.

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