more ambitious and focused because we've never had a choice. We've had to fight to vote, to work outside the home, to work in environments free of sexual harassment, to attend the universities of our choice, and we've also had to prove ourselves over and over to receive any modicum of consideration.
In her book "Bad Feminist: Essays," Roxane Gay emphasizes the relentless struggles women face in society. She articulates how women are often compelled to fight for basic rights, such as the right to vote and work without discrimination. This continuous struggle has fostered a deep sense of ambition and focus among women, as they must persistently advocate for their place in various spheres of life.
Gay highlights that these challenges have forced women not only to strive for their choices but also to prove their worth repeatedly to gain any acknowledgment. This dynamic underlines the systemic barriers that women encounter, shaping their experiences and pushing them to confront and dismantle such obstacles in pursuit of equality and respect.
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