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Karen Durbin, 80, Dies; ‘Fearless’ Feminist Who Edited The Village Voice

Karen Durbin, a fierce feminist who championed sexual liberation and fulfillment as a journalist, served as the second female editor.

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Betty Jean Hall, Who Fought for Coal-Mining Jobs for Women, Dies at 78

Betty Jean Hall, a fiery lawyer from the coal fields of eastern Kentucky who brought successful complaints against big coal.

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A ‘Period Dignity Officer’ Seemed Like a Good Idea. Until a Man Was Named.

LONDON — Scotland gained worldwide praise when it passed a pioneering period act, making tampons and pads free by law.

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