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Proof that they do not understand the republic is that in their fine promises for universal suffrage, they forgot women
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"Proof that they do not understand the republic is that in their fine promises for universal suffrage, they forgot women"

- Delphine de Girardin

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This quote by Delphine de Girardin is an objection of those who assert to recognize the republic, however fall short to identify the relevance of universal suffrage for women. By neglecting ladies in their pledges for global suffrage, de Girardin is suggesting that these individuals do not genuinely understand the republic. This quote is a tip that the republic is not nearly the rights of men, but additionally the legal rights of women. It is a phone call to action for those who declare to recognize the republic to recognize the value of global suffrage for ladies. De Girardin is emphasizing that the republic is not full without the addition of females. This quote is a pointer that the republic is not just about the legal rights of men, however also the civil liberties of ladies. It is a phone call to action for those that declare to comprehend the republic to identify the importance of global suffrage for females. By acknowledging the relevance of global suffrage for ladies, we can guarantee that the republic is genuinely inclusive and just.

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France Flag This quote is written / told by Delphine de Girardin between January 24, 1804 and June 29, 1855. He/she was a famous Novelist from France. The author also have 6 other quotes.

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