Women with money and women in power are two uncomfortable ideas in our society.

Meaning of the quote

This quote suggests that many people in our society feel uneasy or uncomfortable with the idea of women having money or being in positions of power. It shows that there is still a bias against women being financially independent or holding important leadership roles. The quote reflects the challenges that women often face in trying to achieve economic and political equality.

About Candace Bushnell

Candace Bushnell is an acclaimed American author, journalist, and TV producer. She wrote the bestselling “Sex and the City” anthology, which was adapted into an iconic HBO series. Bushnell has also penned several other popular novels, some of which have been adapted for television.

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