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“Nobody thinks quotas are a great win for women - the win would be removing the discrimination and inequality that creates under-representation in the first place. But in the short term, alongside other measures, they can be an effective way to make progress happen faster.”

Quote by Laura Bates

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Laura Bates is a British writer known for her advocacy for gender equality and against sexual harassment. Born on August 27, 1986, she gained widespread attention for founding the 'Everyday Sexism' website, which documents the experiences of women worldwide with gender discrimination. more

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