During the 19th-century struggle for women's rights in

During the 19th-century struggle for women's rights in America, many saw a competition between rights for black people and those for women.

📖 Karen DeCrow

🌍 American | 👨‍💼 Activist

🎂 December 18, 1937 – ⚰️ June 6, 2014

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The quote highlights the complex intersectionality within social justice movements, emphasizing that the fight for equality was often viewed as a zero-sum game. Historically, marginalized groups such as women and Black people have sometimes been pitted against each other, which can hinder collective progress. Recognizing these overlapping struggles underscores the importance of solidarity and understanding diverse experiences within the broader quest for civil rights.

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