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“I think I developed language skills to deal with threat. It's the girl thing to do-you know, instead of pulling out a gun.”

Quote by Barbara Kruger

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Barbara Kruger, born on January 26, 1945, is a renowned artist known for her strong visual style and critical social and political messages in her work. more

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