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“The more people, as you know, are able to be on whatever spectrum of femininity and masculinity they are on at that moment, that opens the door for women to not have to be the opposite of what the supposed traditional male is.”

Quote by Kathleen Hanna

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Kathleen Hanna, born on November 12, 1968, is an American musician known for her contributions to the punk rock genre. She is particularly recognized as the founder and lead singer of the band Bikini Kill, which became a significant part of the Seattle punk rock scene in the early 1990s. Hanna's music and lyrics often addressed feminist themes, including gender equality and women's empowerment. more

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