Quote by Andrea Dworkin
The argument between wives and whores is an old one; each one thinking that whatever she is, at least she is not the other.
Summary
This quote highlights a perennial debate between two distinct female archetypes: the wives who symbolize respectability and commitment, and the whores who embody sexual freedom and independence. It suggests that both sides engage in a form of comparison, believing that their own identity is superior to the counterpart. The quote speaks to the human tendency to find self-assurance by contrasting oneself against those perceived as socially undesirable or morally reprehensible. It reflects the subjective nature of judgment and the divisions society constructs around womanhood based on societal expectations and notions of virtue.
Topics
Marriage
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