Quote by Sally Kempton

I became a feminist as an alternative to becoming a masochist.

I became a feminist as an alternative to becoming a masochis

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This quote suggests that the person embraced feminism as a means of resisting and rejecting a self-destructive mindset or behavior. By identifying as a feminist, they likely sought empowerment, equality, and a better way of viewing themselves and their place in society. It implies that feminism served as a transformative force, providing a healthier and more positive outlook on life, rather than succumbing to self-punishment.

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By Sally Kempton

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