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“I need you to do more than survive. As writers, as revolutionaries, tell the truth, your truth in your own way.”

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Dorothy Allison
Dorothy Allison

Dorothy Allison is an American writer known for her incisive social commentary and feminist literary works. Her writing often focuses on marginalized and overlooked groups, particularly women and the LGBTQ+ community. Born on April 11, 1949, Allison's writing career is marked by a deep exploration of issues related to gender, class, and race. more

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