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History of the United States II / Unit 14   USH2 2007 short lesson, about 20 seconds

Ms.

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The idea

Gloria Steinem, a journalist who had pushed through barriers to cover serious subjects, co-founded Ms. magazine, which the anchor says avoided homemaking and fashion.

In practice

Articles on women's rights and empowerment, featuring women such as Shirley Chisholm.

Where people slip

The anchor names Steinem's co-founder as the founder of New York City's first shelter for victims of domestic violence.

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