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“What I've learned is that women suffer from terrible shame and the shame comes from having been complicit in abuse because one wants to live.”

Quote by Andrea Dworkin

Book:Heartbreak: The Political Memoir of a Feminist Militant

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Heartbreak: The Political Memoir of a Feminist Militant

This political memoir delves into the life and experiences of a feminist militant, exploring the challenges and triumphs encountered in the fight for gender equality. more

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Andrea Dworkin was an American writer and activist known for her work in feminist theory and activism. She focused on issues of pornography, violence against women, and the intersection of gender and politics. Her influential works include 'Intercourse' and 'Pornography: Men Possessing Women'. more

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