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“Reading about feminism when I was a teenager and seeing it as a young woman, I realized that feminism really hadn't dealt with sexuality; it really hadn't dealt with transgender or gay women.”

Quote by Lorna Simpson

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Lorna Simpson is an American artist known for her photography, sculpture, and installation art. Her works often explore themes of race, gender, and social identity, frequently combining photography with text to create thought-provoking pieces. more

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