Women have plenty of roles in which they can serve with distinction: some of us even run countries. But generally we are better at wielding the handbag than the bayonet.

Summary

This quote suggests that while women are capable of holding various important roles, such as running countries, they are generally not as skilled in combat or using forceful means to achieve their goals. It implies that women may have a natural inclination or talent for handling more domestic or social responsibilities, symbolized by the "handbag," as opposed to engaging in direct conflict or military actions, symbolized by the "bayonet." The quote acknowledges the diverse strengths women possess and expresses a generalization about their tendencies in certain areas.

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