Famous quotes containing the word liberation:
“Now comes this Russian diversion. If it is more than just that it will mean the liberation of Europe from Nazi dominationand at the same time I do not think we need to worry about the possibility of any Russian domination.”
—Franklin D. Roosevelt (18821945)
“I dont think Americas the center of the world anymore. I think African women will lead the way [in] ... womens liberation ... The African woman, shes got a country, shes got the flag, shes got her own army, got the navy. She doesnt have a racism problem. Shes not afraid that if she speaks up, her man will say goodbye to her.”
—Faith Ringgold (b. 1934)
“Women do not have to sacrifice personhood if they are mothers. They do not have to sacrifice motherhood in order to be persons. Liberation was meant to expand womens opportunities, not to limit them. The self-esteem that has been found in new pursuits can also be found in mothering.”
—Elaine Heffner (20th century)