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His gifts to her may be recalled at his good pleasure--but her rights are an integral part of her moral being; they cannot be withdrawn; they must live with her forever.
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Angelina Emily Grimké
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Grimké emphasizes that a woman's rights are an essential part of her moral identity and cannot be taken away.
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