“I think we ought to impress on both our girls and boys that successful marriages require just as much work, just as much intelligence and just as much unselfish devotion, as they give to any position they undertake to fill on a paid basis.”
Quote by Eleanor Roosevelt
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My Day: The Best of Eleanor Roosevelt's Acclaimed Newspaper Columns, 1936-1962
This book compiles a selection of Eleanor Roosevelt's widely-read newspaper columns, showcasing her insights on politics, social issues, and personal reflections during a significant period of American history. more
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Eleanor Roosevelt
Former First Lady of the United States, political activist, and author. Eleanor Roosevelt is renowned for her exceptional social activism and contributions to civil rights. She served as the First Lady during her husband Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidency and continued to be actively involved in political and social affairs after his death. more
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