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“If you can't do anything but fight, so every single solitary thing, every single solitary day, then the privilege of dreaming becomes something that only a few people have.”

Quote by Amber Hollibaugh

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Amber Hollibaugh

Amber Hollibaugh is an American writer born in 1946. Her works cover a range of topics including gender, sexual orientation, and identity, known for her insightful analysis and critical thinking. more

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