Quote by Ann Oakley
Clearly, society has a tremendous stake in insisting on a woman's natural fitness for the career of mother: the alternatives are all too expensive.
Summary
This quote suggests that society benefits from promoting the idea that women are naturally suited for the role of motherhood. The implication is that considering any alternatives to this societal expectation would be too costly or burdensome. By emphasizing a woman's natural fitness for motherhood, society avoids having to invest in alternative arrangements or support systems that would accommodate different aspirations or career paths for women.
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By Ann Oakley
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