Quote by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

I do not wish women to have power over men but over themselves.

I do not wish women to have power over men but over themselv

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker believes in empowering women, not to possess control or dominance over men, but to have sovereignty and control over their own lives and choices. It emphasizes the importance of women's agency, independence, and self-governance, rather than seeking power or authority in relation to men. Ultimately, this perspective promotes the idea of gender equality and advocates for women's self-determination.

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By Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

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