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“In sum, the truth is that we luxuriate in the comfortable assertion that women enjoy equality. We have salved our consciences by eliminating the more obvious discriminations like unequal rates of pay for work of equal value. But, in fact, we have not eliminated the inheritance of the millennia that women are lesser beings, an inheritance which still manifests itself in a whole range of prejudice and other forms of discrimination.”

Quote by Bob Hawke

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Bob Hawke, born on December 9, 1929, served as the Prime Minister of Australia from 1983 to 1991. He is one of the youngest prime ministers in Australian history. During his tenure, Hawke implemented economic reforms, enhanced Australia's international status, and advocated for social justice and environmental protection. more

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