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“I feel bad that people think that "feminism" is a dirty word. I don't understand that at all, I'm proud to be labeled a feminist. I consider myself a person who has throughout my entire life stood up for myself. It's never been my ambition to be someone who takes a backseat to anything. I'm not a male basher at all. I divide people into assholes and non-assholes, and that's genderless. I encounter sexism everyday.”

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Janeane Garofalo

Janeane Garofalo is an American comedian known for her unique humor style and satirical commentary. Born on September 28, 1964, she gained prominence in the comedy scene during the 1990s and early 2000s. Garofalo is celebrated for her performances in television, film, and theater, often addressing social and political issues in her work. more

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