Quote by Barbra Streisand

I am also very proud to be a liberal. Why is that so terrible these days? The liberals were liberators -- they fought slavery, fought for women to have the right to vote, fought against Hitler, Stalin, fought to end segregation, fought to end apartheid. Liberals put an end to child labor and they gave us the five day work week! What's to be ashamed of?

I am also very proud to be a liberal. Why is that so terribl

Summary

This quote presents a defense of being proud to identify as a liberal by highlighting the historical achievements associated with liberalism. It argues that there is nothing inherently terrible about being a liberal, as liberals have played a role in fighting against significant oppressions including slavery, women's suffrage, fascism, segregation, and apartheid. Moreover, the quote suggests that liberalism has been instrumental in advocating for workers' rights and abolishing child labor. It questions why one should feel ashamed of associating with a political ideology that has fought for social progress and positive change.

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Liberalism

By Barbra Streisand

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