11 jan 1843 ano - Margaret Fuller: The Great Lawsuit: Man versus Men, and Woman versus Women

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Margaret Fuller's work The Great Lawsuit: Man versus Men, and Woman versus Women was a work that she drew from her own ideals urging the importance of self-reliance and personal development. Making suggestions such as "Let us have one creative energy, one incessant revelation"(Fuller, 762). Urging action on creativity and community. As well as statements such as "As to their transgressions and opinions, it may be observed, that the resolve of Eloisa to be only the mistress of Abelard, was that of one who saw the contract of marriage a seal of degradation"(Fuller, 759). This brings attention to the fact that at this time all that really matters for women is to find a husband and raise a family. She wants more, she believed that true equality could only be achieved when both men and women were free to develop their full potential. This contributed to the American identity by pushing for social reform to increasingly value justice and fairness, Additionally, Fuller's work encouraged Americans to think critically about societal norms and to strive for more a more inclusive and compassionate society. Her advocacy for intellectual freedom and personal development helped to foster a culture that values innovation, creativity, and the pursuit of the truth.

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