Gloria Steinem, feminist icon and journalist, dies at 92
Summary
Gloria Steinem, a well-known feminist activist and journalist, died at the age of 92 in New York City. She was famous for fighting for women's rights and helped start several important feminist organizations and magazines.Key Facts
- Gloria Steinem was born on March 25, 1934, in Toledo, Ohio.
- She graduated from Smith College in 1956 and studied in India on a fellowship.
- Steinem became a key figure in the feminist movement, speaking and writing about politics, abortion, and marriage.
- In 1963, she gained attention for exposing poor working conditions at the Playboy Club.
- She helped found New York magazine and the feminist magazine "Ms."
- Steinem was a co-founder of the National Women's Political Caucus in 1971, which works to increase women's involvement in politics.
- She shared her personal experience with abortion and advocated for women's freedom over their own lives.
- Steinem remained active in promoting equality until her death in 2026.
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