We women have to stick together.
When Chelsea Handler declared, “We women have to stick together,” she was not uttering a casual phrase but echoing a truth as old as struggle itself. Her words call forth the eternal power of solidarity, the knowledge that in unity lies protection, strength, and triumph. For too often in history, women have been divided, set against one another, or silenced in isolation. To stick together is to resist these forces, to form a bond that cannot be broken, and to rise not as scattered voices, but as a chorus that shakes the foundations of the world.
The ancients knew this law of unity. In Sparta, women were told that their strength upheld the strength of the city, and they stood shoulder to shoulder, commanding respect not by submission, but by solidarity. In Rome, when injustice fell upon them, women gathered in the Forum and demanded redress as one body—showing that a united front, even against mighty powers, cannot be ignored. So too does Handler’s cry remind us that togetherness transforms weakness into might.
History gives us luminous examples. In 1917, the women of Petrograd went on strike, demanding bread and peace. Their march ignited the Russian Revolution, toppling centuries of monarchy. They were not queens or generals, but ordinary women who stood together, and their unity altered the course of nations. Again and again, from suffragettes chaining themselves to gates in London, to sisters marching for civil rights in America, the same truth was proven: divided, they could be dismissed; united, they could not be stopped.
Handler’s words also carry a warning. To betray one another, to allow envy or rivalry to splinter the bond, is to surrender to the very forces that thrive on division. Women must not merely coexist—they must lift one another, defend one another, and remind the world that the chains placed on one bind all. Solidarity is not only a shield against oppression, but a forge for hope, where shared struggles are melted into shared victories.
Thus, let this wisdom be carried into future generations: women have to stick together, for only in unity can they claim the fullness of freedom. Let daughters, sisters, and mothers remember that their power lies not in standing alone, but in standing as one. Empires may crumble and tyrants may rage, but a union of women, bound by love and courage, endures like stone against the storm.
LCDoan Linh Chi
Handler’s quote touches on an important issue: the way women’s solidarity can be overshadowed by competition and jealousy. Why is it so hard to see women supporting one another, even when we share common struggles? What do you think are the main obstacles to true solidarity? Is it just societal pressure, or is there something deeper at play that keeps women from coming together in unity and mutual support?
TLTUAN LE
Chelsea Handler’s quote makes me think about the importance of women supporting each other, but I wonder: how do we get beyond the performative allyship sometimes seen in certain circles? It’s one thing to say we should stick together, but how do we create real, actionable change and understanding within the women’s community? What can we do to make solidarity meaningful and lasting, especially in the face of challenges and inequality?
AMMieu Anh Mi
‘We women have to stick together’ is a simple yet powerful message, but I wonder, how do we truly support each other when there are so many different perspectives and experiences within the community? Does sticking together mean we have to agree on everything, or can we still support one another while respecting our differences? How do we foster this solidarity in an authentic and inclusive way?
TTNguyen Thuy Trinh
Handler’s call for women to stick together is empowering, but it also raises questions about how often society discourages women from supporting each other. It’s so common for women to be portrayed as rivals, which is so counterproductive. How can we break these stereotypes and encourage more meaningful connections and cooperation among women? Is this something that’s improving in our society, or do we still have a long way to go?
TTTran Thi Trang
Chelsea Handler's quote, ‘We women have to stick together,’ really resonates with me. It feels like an important reminder, especially given how often women are pitted against each other in society. Why is there still this stereotype that women can’t support one another? How can we shift that narrative and encourage more solidarity? Is it possible to create a more supportive culture where women actively lift each other up instead of competing?