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What is Ms. Magazine?

Ms. Magazine was a groundbreaking feminist publication launched in 1972, co-founded by Gloria Steinem. It was unique for being created and run by women, focusing on issues like equal pay, domestic violence, and reproductive rights. It played a crucial role in shaping public discourse around women's liberation.

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