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The worker can unionize, go out on strike mothers are divided from each other in homes, tied to their children by compas
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"The worker can unionize, go out on strike; mothers are divided from each other in homes, tied to their children by compassionate bonds; our wildcat strikes have most often taken the form of physical or mental breakdown"

- Adrienne Rich

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In this quote, Adrienne Rich highlights the stark contrast in between the power and company of workers in the labor force and the constraints put on mothers in their domestic roles. She recommends that while workers have the ability to unionize and go on strike to combat for their rights and needs, mothers are frequently separated and disconnected from each other in their homes, bound to their kids by strong psychological ties. Rich likewise mentions the prevalence of "wildcat strikes," which are spontaneous and unorganized strikes that typically result in physical or psychological fatigue for the employees. This quote sheds light on the unequal circulation of power and the struggles dealt with by both workers and mothers in society.

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Adrienne Rich This quote is written / told by Adrienne Rich between May 16, 1929 and March 27, 2012. She was a famous Poet from USA. The author also have 20 other quotes.

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