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Betty Friedan  

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  • Betty Friedan (1921–2006) was an American writer and feminist known for being a founder of the National Organization for Women (NOW) and for her writings, public statements, and actions that helped change the perception of the role of women in American society. Born in Peoria, Illinois, she attended Smith College and graduated with a major in psychology. [Source: The Encyclopedia of Political Science; Friedan, Betty]

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