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“. . . nothing could be more grotesquely unjust than a code of morals, reinforced by laws, which relieves men from responsibility for irregular sexual acts, and for the same acts drives women to abortion, infanticide, prostitution, and self-destruction.”

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Suzanne La Follette
Suzanne La Follette

Suzanne La Follette was an outstanding journalist, born on June 24, 1893, and died on April 23, 1983. She is known for her advocacy for women's rights and labor rights. more

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