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The 1977 Women's Conference That Changed America

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1977 Women's Conference: A Pivotal Moment for Feminism

This chapter explores the 1977 Women's Conference in Houston, where diverse voices united to address women's rights, drawing connections to historical feminist roots. It highlights the challenges and dynamics between conservative and progressive delegates, as well as the push for inclusion of women of color and the LGBTQ+ community. The emotional culmination of the gathering underscored the necessity for unity and action in the feminist movement.

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