Words of Wisdom — December 10, 2013

Rebecca West on Feminism

“People call me a feminist whenever I express sentiments that differentiate me from a doormat or a prostitute.” – Rebecca West (born on this date in 1892)

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“People call me a feminist whenever I express sentiments that differentiate me from a doormat or a prostitute.” – Rebecca West (born on this date in 1892)

A weekly newsletter featuring the biggest ideas from the smartest people

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