Quote by Elizabeth Cady Stanton

The prolonged slavery of women is the darkest page in human history.

The prolonged slavery of women is the darkest page in human

Summary

This quote asserts that the extended period of female oppression and subjugation throughout history is the most troubling aspect of human civilization. It implies that the systemic enslavement of women, often through their limited rights, societal roles, and lack of agency, represents a particularly grave injustice and moral failing. By highlighting the prominence and duration of this injustice, the quote aims to emphasize the need for acknowledging and rectifying the historical subjugation of women in order to foster a more equitable future.

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By Elizabeth Cady Stanton

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