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Those who are devoted to amusements; who love the society of those who love pleasure, have an aversion to religious exercises.

Quotes by Ellen G. White

Like George Sand, the feminism of the present day asserts the right of free thought against the creed of authority in every field; the solidarity of mankind and the cause of peace against the patriotism of militarism; social reform against...

Quotes by Ellen Key

In every new generation, the impulses supposed to have been rooted out by discipline in the child break forth again when the struggle for existence - of the individual in society, of the society in the life of the state...

Quotes by Ellen Key

Altered social conditions may remove certain ailments and deformities in existing society. But the new and more beautiful society will not be formed exclusively - or even mainly - by improved conditions, but above all by more perfect human beings.

Quotes by Ellen Key

The ever clearer consciousness that love can dispense with marriage, yet marriage cannot dispense with love, is already partially recognized by modern society, by the facility of divorce.

Quotes by Ellen Key

It is in the province of home and society that woman has fashioned the customs. Here, women's approval and disapproval, wishes and wants, have been quite as formative and reformative as the action of the sea on the mainland.

Quotes by Ellen Key

When, in any ethical department, unity is attained between outer demands and inner desires, between nature and conscience, between the needs of society and the individual, the moral formula is void because inner necessity then makes it psychically and physically...

Quotes by Ellen Key

Having women in office is vital to the health of our democracy because women play a unique role in our society. By and large, women are still the primary caregivers in families, even as we have taken our place in...

Quotes by Ellen Malcolm

I didn't have my parents to rebel against, but I had society, and that definitely is what they taught me. Just: Trust nothing.

Quotes by Ellar Coltrane

I've always been tremendously interested in criminal law. It goes to a deep interest I have in prisons and the criminal element, and what we do as a society with it. I've always been touched by the idea of criminality.

Quotes by Elizabeth Strout

The truth is many of us have been socialized to think that if we are not the very best, if we are not at the top 1 percent of whatever it is we do, then we are not good enough....

Quotes by Elizabeth Thornton

I push every day against forces that say you have to go faster, be more effective, be more productive, you have to constantly outdo yourself, you have to constantly outdo your neighbor - all of the stuff that creates an...

Quotes by Elizabeth Gilbert

I think that those kinds of lessons are so deeply ingrained in our society that we don't even realize that it is creepy or that men are not taking 'no' for an answer. It's deemed romantic to keep pursuing after...

Quotes by Elizabeth Lail

If society will not admit of woman's free development, then society must be remodeled.

Quotes by Elizabeth Blackwell

In reality, victims of human trafficking are often left voiceless and completely unseen by society.

Quotes by Elise Stefanik

If I wasn't doing this, I'd be in school studying political science or socioeconomic something. I love visiting different cultures and finding out how they make up a society.

Quotes by Eliza Dushku

I think that's what I really love about acting; all of the social and moral codes of society can be thrown away when you're acting, and it's just you being totally committed to the role.

Quotes by Eliza Scanlen

It is difficult to accept death in this society because it is unfamiliar. In spite of the fact that it happens all the time, we never see it.

Quotes by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross

Robert Kennedy was such an inspiring figure. His interest in politics seemed to come not from a desire for power, but from a need to help our society live up to its ideals.

Quotes by Elisabeth Shue

A middle class is so important to a society that its value cannot be overestimated.

Quotes by Eliot Engel

Frequently Asked Questions

What do these quotes say about the impact of today's decisions?
One quote makes a strong point about long-term consequences: "The decisions we make about communication security today will determine the kind of society we live in tomorrow." For more on everyday living, see our Live page.
Is there a quote about facing public backlash?
Yes - one quote recalls being an outsider after a controversial project, saying "I was anathema in polite society after I made 'Last House.' People literally would grab their children and run from the room."
Does the collection touch on diversity in higher education?
One quote shares a view on cultivating varied leadership, stating that this "depends on universities' transparent use of race as one of many factors in an admissions process that is accessible to all" - presented here as that quote's own stated position on the issue. For more thoughtful perspectives, see our Good collection.
Is there a quote about the pressure to be first?
Yes - one quote pushes back on that mindset, noting that "In a society that glorifies the pioneers, it's easy to think that an endeavor is only worth pursuing if you can be the first to pursue it." For more life lessons, see our Life page.
What's the range of perspectives in this collection?
From security and public opinion to education policy and ambition, these quotes look at society from several different angles. Explore more in our Me section.

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