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“Men are just as willing as women to marry up, and life is now giving them the opportunity to do so. So, women, own up to your accomplishments, buy him a drink, and tell him what you really do.”

Quote by Liza Mundy

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Liza Mundy is an American writer known for her in-depth exploration of family, gender, and social issues. Born in 1960, she graduated from Harvard University with a dual degree in sociology and political science. Mundy's work spans multiple domains, including women, work and family, and social change. more

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