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“I'm so excited by women right now, not just in America but globally. Women really are coming into their own. We're standing on the shoulders of forty years of hard and messy work.”

Quote by Jodie Evans

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Jodie Evans is a distinguished political activist recognized for her efforts in promoting social justice and peace. Born on September 22, 1954, she has been actively engaged in various movements throughout her career, advocating for causes such as anti-nuclear activism and the fight for women's rights. more

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