"The only way to deal with an unfree world is to become so absolutely free that your very existence is an act of rebellion."

"Childbirth is more admirable than conquest, more amazing than self-defense, and as courageous as any act on a battlefield."

"The caste systems of sex and race are interdependent and can only be uprooted together…. It's time to take equal pride in breaking all the barriers."

"Power can be taken, but not given. The process of the taking is empowerment in itself."

"The Golden Rule was written by a smart guy for guys, but women need to reverse it: Treat ourselves as well as we treat others."