Quote by Marilyn French

Men's need to dominate women may be based in their own sense of marginality or emptiness we do not know its root, and men are making no effort to discover it.

Men's need to dominate women may be based in their own sense

Summary

This quote suggests that the desire of men to dominate women may stem from their own feelings of insignificance or inner void. It highlights the lack of understanding regarding the origins of this behavior and criticizes men for not making an effort to explore its underlying causes. The quote implies that gaining insight into these roots could potentially lead to more equal and respectful relationships between genders.

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By Marilyn French

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