Shulamith Firestone

Feminist author and activist

Shulamith Firestone - Feminist author and activist
Born

1945
80 years ago

Died

August 28th, 2012
12 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Canada

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An influential figure in the feminist movement, produced significant theoretical works focusing on women's liberation. Published major text titled 'The Dialectic of Sex' in 1970, which critiqued patriarchy and proposed revolutionary changes to gender roles. Engaged in organizing efforts within feminist groups and was a founding member of the feminist group the New York Radical Women. Advocated for issues related to women's rights and reproductive freedom throughout her career.

Authored 'The Dialectic of Sex'

Co-founded New York Radical Women

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