Second-Wave Feminist Activist Gloria Steinem Dies At 92
Gloria Steinem, a leader in the second-wave feminist movement of the 1960s, died peacefully at age 92 at her New York home.
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Her family shared a heartfelt tribute while announcing her death Sept. 3 on Instagram.
“Gloria’s near-century on earth were years well-lived, and she continued working for equality until the very end,” they wrote.
“Gloria’s greatest gift was her ability to listen to others, to make others feel seen and heard.”
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Their statement continued, “Her words, actions, and example gave people permission to be their truest selves. Gloria lived true to her independent spirit, always with curiosity and a great sense of humor.”
As a prominent journalist, activist, and leading figure in the feminist movement, she became one of its most recognizable advocates.
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Steinem had written a memoir to be released this fall.
Her family said, “This book, along with her commitment to her home becoming a center for social justice movements, are among the many gifts Gloria has given the world with the hope they have ripple effects for generations to come.” (RELATED: Dolly Parton’s Legacy Targeted In Disturbing Incident One Week After Death)
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Through her writing, public speaking, and activism, she pushed conversations about sexism, workplace equality, and women’s representation into mainstream political discourse.
Her family ended their announcement with a tribute to one of Steinem’s favorite traditions.
“Gloria loved the tradition of lighting signal fires on hills to light the way to the other side of the mountain,” they said.
“Lighting your own candle for Gloria makes you part of this global and celestial community circle.”
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