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“The nuclear family must be destroyed... Whatever its ultimate meaning, the break-up of families now is an objectively revolutionary process.”

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Linda Gordon
Linda Gordon

Linda Gordon is an American historian renowned for her studies on the history of women and labor in the United States. Born on January 19, 1940, she has made substantial contributions to the field through her extensive research and publications. more

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