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“Patriarchy is not men. Patriarchy is a system in which both women and men participate. It privileges, inter alia, the interests of boys and men over the bodily integrity, autonomy, and dignity of girls and women. It is subtle, insidious, and never more dangerous than when women passionately deny that they themselves are engaging in it.”

Quote by Ashley Judd

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Ashley Judd, born in April 1968, is an American film actress renowned for her performances in Hollywood films such as 'A Beautiful Mind' and 'Kill Bill'. She has received numerous awards for her acting and is also an active public figure involved in social issues, particularly advocating for women's rights and environmental protection. more

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