Quote by Gloria Steinem

Most women are one man away from welfare.

Most women are one man away from welfare.

Summary

This quote suggests that women often heavily rely on a male partner or spouse for financial stability. It implies that many women lack the necessary economic resources to support themselves independently and may face hardship or dependence on government assistance if they are not in a relationship with a man who can provide for them. The quote highlights the gendered disparities in financial empowerment and economic opportunities for women, suggesting that their economic well-being is precarious and tied to the support of a male partner.

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Women

By Gloria Steinem

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