Quote by Alice Walker

I just like to have words that describe things correctly. Now to me, 'black feminist' does not do that. I need a word that is organic, that really comes out of the culture, that really expresses the spirit that we see in black women. And it's just... womanish.

I just like to have words that describe things correctly. No

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses the need for a term that accurately represents and embodies the essence of black women. They argue that the label "black feminist" fails to capture the authentic cultural experience and spirit of black women. Instead, the speaker suggests the term "womanish" as an organic and culturally rooted expression that reflects the unique qualities and perspectives of black women. This quote highlights the importance of language in accurately representing and affirming diverse identities.

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By Alice Walker

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