One of the things that we must do as teachers is twirl around and around, and find out what works with the situation that we're in. Our models might not work. And that twirling, changing, is part of the empowerment.

Feminist thinking teaches us all, especially, how to love justice and freedom in ways that foster and affirm life.

One of the major differences I see in the political climate today is that there is less collective support for coming to critical consciousness – in communities, in institutions, among friends.

As long as women are using class or race power to dominate other women, feminist sisterhood cannot be fully realized.

The greater our commitment, the more likely our love will last.

Isolation and loneliness are central causes of depression and despair.

All the work I do is built on a foundation of loving-kindness. Love illuminates matters.