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“I was bullied badly as a kid, but I could always change schools. I could always go home. Now you can't, because of cyberbullying. When bullying follows you home, and there's no escape and no end, to me, that's horror. And to so many girls, that's just life.”

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Tara Subkoff
Tara Subkoff

Tara Subkoff is an American artist known for her versatility in the fields of film, fashion, and performance art. Born on December 10, 1972, she has been active in the art world since the 1990s. Subkoff is celebrated for her unique artistic practice and critical exploration of contemporary cultural phenomena. more

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