I think my group members had very valuable insights into this matter. I think Katie brought up a good point by quoting, "man shall pursue his own true and substantial happiness" There is no indication of women in this passage. Where is the equality? Today, women are treated on a more level basis as men but are under paid. Colleen had a different perspective on this quote stating that the word "man" has been used as a general term to include both sexes. It plays a part on the traditional use of our language. For instance, in many Spanish speaking countries, men and women are treated equally but a mixed gender group of people is still referred to as a masculine group.
I also agreed with the points that Cassandra brought up. This particular quote she found most important, "He has endeavored, in every way, that they could destroy her confidence in her own powers, to lessen her self-respect, and to make her willing to lead a dependent life." It is obvious that women were treated not as human beings but as mere objects.
Here are just a few facts of our past about the oppression of women.
"He has compelled her to submit to laws, in the formation in which she had no voice"
"He has taken from her all right in property, even to the wages she earns"
"All colleges being closed against her"
Without, the Declaration of Sentiments and Resolutions women wouldn't have many of the rights we have today.
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