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What does it mean, being a woman?

I think that feminists have definitely underestimated the role that women have had historically. I think I would be insecure if I were to be a man; there's so much pressure on you.

Being a woman is a terribly difficult task, since it consists principally in dealing with men.

I know how it feels to be a woman because I am a woman. And I won't be classified as just a man.

Women always excel men in that sort of wisdom which comes from experience. To be a woman is in itself a terrible experience.

I think Irish women are strong as horses, incredibly loyal and for the most part, funny, witty, bright and optimistic in the face of devastating reality.

The way I look at - speaking as a woman - I understand what it means to be a daughter, and to be a wife, and to be a mother, and also to be a career woman. The multiple roles that women can play in a society if given the opportunity is really a tremendous asset.

Does being a feminist mean that I believe that I'm as good as any man? Yes.