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Gloria Steinem dies at 92
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· September 3, 2026
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Key takeaway Gloria Steinem was a writer and activist who campaigned for equality in various aspects of life.
A prominent figure in the feminist movement has passed away. Gloria Steinem was a writer and activist who campaigned for equality in various aspects of life. She was 92 years old when she died.
Her foundation announced her death, stating that she died peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones. Steinem was a key voice in the second-wave feminist movement, supporting causes such as workplace equality and reproductive freedom, and also championed LGBTQ rights. Further details about her life and work are available from her official foundation.
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Category: rights Published: September 3, 2026 Source: Washington Blade Reading time: 1 min
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