Quote by Audre Lorde

I write for those women who do not speak, for those who do not have a voice because they were so terrified, because we are taught to respect fear more than ourselves. We've been taught that silence would save us, but it won't.

I write for those women who do not speak, for those who do n

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of giving a voice to women who have been silenced and marginalized. The author writes to represent those who are afraid to speak out, highlighting how fear and societal expectations contribute to their internalized silence. The quote challenges the misconception that remaining silent is a means of protection, asserting that true empowerment and liberation can only come through breaking the silence and speaking up. It serves as a clarion call to challenge the status quo and fight for gender equality and individual autonomy.

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Fear

By Audre Lorde

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