Quote by Orson Welles

If there hadn't been women we'd still be squatting in a cave eating raw meat, because we made civilization in order to impress our girl friends. And they tolerated it and let us go ahead and play with our toys.

If there hadn't been women we'd still be squatting in a cave

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that women played a significant role in the development of human civilization. It implies that men created and advanced civilization as a means to impress women, and women, being understanding and tolerant, allowed them to pursue their endeavors. The statement highlights the underlying dynamic of human progress and mocks the male ego, portraying women as the driving force behind societal achievements.

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