Famous quote by Yoko Ono

"The 1960s were about releasing ourselves from conventional society and freeing ourselves"

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In this quote, Yoko Ono is referring to the cultural and social modifications that happened in the 1960s. She suggests that throughout this time, people were breaking away from standard norms and expectations of society. This could consist of things like gender roles, racial partition, and rigorous social hierarchies. By "launching ourselves", Ono suggests that individuals were turning down these societal restraints and welcoming a more open and complimentary lifestyle. This could manifest in various forms, such as the increase of counterculture movements, the defend civil liberties, and the expedition of originalities and lifestyles. Overall, Ono highlights the spirit of rebellion and liberation that specified the 1960s.

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This quote is written / told by Yoko Ono somewhere between February 18, 1933 and today. She was a famous Artist from USA. The author also have 30 other quotes.
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