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Feminist Quotes That Wouldn’t Be Okay If The Sexes Were Reversed

The definition of feminism, that men and women have equal value as human beings and should be treated as such, isn’t hard to agree with.

By Keelia ClarksonJul 2nd 20201 min read

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But it’s safe to say that many have strayed far away from the essence of feminism, entering into problematic territory as they attempt to lift women up by putting men down, treating them as useless pigs that the world would be better off without.

In short, too many women today treat men with the same kind of disdain that chauvinistic men have long treated women with. Don’t believe it? Take a look at these 18 feminist quotes with the sexes reversed.

Feminist Quotes That Wouldn’t Be Okay If The Sexes Were Reversed

Original: “A woman without a man is like a fish without a bicycle.” - Gloria Steinem

Original: "Women aren’t rehabilitation centers for unstable and insecure men.” - Unknown

Original: “When it comes to procreation, men are essential; but for pleasure, not necessary.” - Wonder Woman

Original: “The more famous and powerful I get, the more power I have to hurt men." - Sharon Stone

Original: "Strong women only scare weak men." - Unknown

Original: "Real men support women." - Unknown

Original: "“Women have their faults / men only have two: everything they say / everything they do.” - Popular feminist graffiti

Original: "Toxic masculinity ruins the party again." - My Favorite Murder podcast

Original: “As long as you know men are like children, you know everything!” - Coco Chanel

Original: "The future is female." - Feminist Meme

Original: “Only respecting women you’re attracted to isn’t respecting women.” - Unknown

Original: “I think women are foolish to pretend they are equal to men; they are far superior and always have been.” - William Golding

Original: "Strong men, who are truly role models, don’t need to put women down to make themselves feel powerful.” - Michelle Obama

Original: “Angry women will change the world.” - Empowered Women's Handbook

Original: “Never apologize for being a powerful woman.” - Feminist Saying

Original: “Either stand up and be the man she needs or sit down, so she can see the man behind you.” - Feminist Saying

Original: “The type of man that will be intimidated by me is exactly the type of man I have no interest in.” - Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Original: “If you want something said, ask a man. If you want something done, ask a woman.” - Margaret Thatcher