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This Day in History: Betty Friedan’s The Feminine Mystique

On February 17, 1963, Betty Friedan published The Feminine Mystique.

The writer and women’s rights activist addressed the concept of women finding fulfillment outside traditional roles. She also advanced the women’s rights movement as one of the founders of the National Organization for Women (NOW). Friedan also fought for abortion rights by establishing the National Association for the Repeal of Abortion Laws (now known as NARAL Pro-Choice America) in 1969.

Friedan graduated from Smith College in 1942 with a bachelor’s degree. She moved to New York and worked as a reporter, then had several children after getting married. Friedan spoke with alumnae of Smith College and her research formed the basis for The Feminine Mystique.

Betty Friedan died on February 4, 2006.

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