“To most middle-class feminists, as to most middle-class non-feminists, working-class women remain mysterious creatures to be “reached out to” in some abstract way. No connection. No solidarity.”
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Irena Klepfisz
Irena Klepfisz, born on April 17, 1941, is a Polish-American author known for her focus on Jewish history and identity, particularly the experiences of Holocaust survivors. Her writing style is unique, blending personal experience with profound social commentary. more
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