Quotes about Independence

Perhaps the most revolutionary act for a woman will be a self-willed journey—and to be welcomed when she comes home.

At my age, in this still hierarchical time, people often ask me if I'm "passing the torch." I explain that I'm keeping my torch, thank you very much—and I'm using it to light the torches of others.

the most revolutionary act for a woman will be a self-willed journey—and to be welcomed when she comes home.

The best thing about self-defense is knowing there is a self

safety. As Elizabeth Cady Stanton wrote, "When the slave leaves bondage, his first act is to name himself.

I'm beginning to realize the pleasure of being a nothing-to-lose, take-no-shit older woman.

In short, these rebels punished their families, but only in the traditionally feminine way: they punished themselves.

Often asked why you're not married? Explain: I can't mate in captivity!

Both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States were brought forth under the inspiration of God to establish and maintain the freedom of the people of this nation. I said it, and I believe it to be true. There is a miracle in its establishment that cannot be explained in any other way.

In the truest sense, freedom cannot be bestowed; it must be achieved.

he must, by his own efforts, develop the strength which he admires in another. None but himself can alter his condition.

A robust man cannot assist a weaker except that weaker is inclined to be helped, or even then the weak guy must grow to be robust of himself; he ought to, via his very own efforts, broaden the power which he admires in another. None however himself can modify his situation.