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“Oppressed people are frequendy very oppressive when first liberated. And why wouldn't they be? They know best two positions. Somebody's foot on their neck or their foot on somebody's neck.”

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Florynce Kennedy

Florynce Kennedy, a lawyer born on February 11, 1916, and died on December 22, 2000, was a prominent civil rights lawyer known for her work in the areas of gender equality and LGBTQ+ rights. She was a dedicated civil rights activist committed to eliminating gender discrimination and promoting social justice. more

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