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“Those who are so eager for women and girls to go back to the kitchen might think again about just what it is we might be up to in there. You can plan a lot of damage from a kitchen. It’s also where the knives are kept.”

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Laurie Penny
Laurie Penny

Laurie Penny is a British journalist and writer known for her critical analysis of gender, culture, and politics. Born on September 28, 1986, she has been contributing articles to various publications since the mid-2000s, including The Guardian, The New Statesman, and The Independent. Penny's work often focuses on feminism, class, and media. more

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