Quote by Charlotte Whitton

Whatever women do they must do twice as well as men to be thought half as good. Luckily, this is not difficult.

Whatever women do they must do twice as well as men to be th

Summary

This quote humorously alludes to the societal expectation of women having to surpass men in order to receive equal recognition. It implies that women's capabilities are often underestimated and undervalued, suggesting that they can easily outperform men despite societal prejudices. The quote challenges gender stereotypes and emphasizes the resilience and capability of women.

By Charlotte Whitton

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