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“We talk a lot about our right to freedom of expression, but we need to talk more about our responsibility to freedom of expression. We all want to be heard, but let's acknowledge the difference between speaking up with intention and speaking up for attention”

Quote by Monica Lewinsky

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Monica Lewinsky
Monica Lewinsky

Monica Lewinsky, born on July 23, 1973, is an American television actress. She gained notoriety in the 1990s due to her relationship with then-President Bill Clinton, which became a major political scandal. Lewinsky's career in television has been relatively low-key since the scandal, but her public image and experience have made her a unique cultural icon. more

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