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“In our society mothers take the place elsewhere occupied by the Fates, the System, Negroes, Communism or Reactionary Imperialist Plots; mothers go on getting blamed until they're eighty, but shouldn't take it personally.”

Quote by Katharine Whitehorn

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Katharine Whitehorn

Katharine Whitehorn is an accomplished journalist, born in 1928. She has had a rich career in the media, known for her unique perspective and insightful commentary. more

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