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“Pretty much the strongest, most badass, and rebellious thing that you can do is to love your body in this world that screams at you that you shouldn't.”

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Laura Bates is a British writer known for her advocacy for gender equality and against sexual harassment. Born on August 27, 1986, she gained widespread attention for founding the 'Everyday Sexism' website, which documents the experiences of women worldwide with gender discrimination. more

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