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“Openly questioning the way the world works and challenging the power of the powerful is not an activity customarily rewarded.”

Quote by Dale Spender

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Dale Spender is a British writer born on September 22, 1943. His works cover a range of fields including literary criticism, gender studies, and cultural theory, known for his unique perspective and profound insights. more

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