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Lena Dunham is an actress, writer, producer, and director. Known for her HBO series Girls, Dunham is an outspoken feminist who promotes women's rights through writing and film. Born to artist parents, Dunham uses comedy and drama to address important feminist issues. This book explores the major influences and events in Dunham's life that led her to become one of the most influential people in the world.
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Actress Kerry Washington has performed for film, television, and Broadway, but when she is off the stage, Washington is an outspoken activist, supporting women's rights and calling attention to other important social issues. Washington's activism and talent have made her respected and admired by both men and women. This book delves into her early influences, including family, education, and career, that made her the women leader she is today, through...
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Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren has twice been named one of the top 100 most influential people in America by Time magazine. This iconic politician has held many prestigious roles in government and continues to lend her powerful voice to key issues facing the American public. Her early life, philanthropy, and remarkable achievements are chronicled in this book for a new generation of young leaders.
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Serena Williams is the number-one-ranked women's professional tennis star in the world-and was recently named Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year. This powerful woman's rise to tennis stardom, spurred on by her work ethic and dedication to her sport, will prove inspirational for students, whether they are tennis fans or not. Students will learn about Serena Williams's life and the hard work it takes to rise to the top of one's sport or field....
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Taylor Swift is a young and influential pop star with the world at her fingertips. Fans of Swift can satisfy their curiosity about this intriguing leading woman by reading about her early life, her rise to fame, and the inspiration behind her record-breaking albums. Students will learn about her philanthropic work as well as her artistry.
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Ivanka Trump is a woman who rose to fame not only through her family name but also for her successes in the fashion, entertainment, and business worlds. This is her story, from model to influential First Daughter. Complete with vivid photographs, detailed chronologies, and sidebars, this book offers insight into one of the most talked-about women and families in recent times.
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Currently the oldest Supreme Court Justice, Ruth Bader Ginsburg has earned a reputation as a powerful voice for civil and women's rights. Readers will be inspired by Ginsburg's determination and drive that led to her historic appointment as the second woman on the Supreme Court.
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Melania Trump began her career as a model and now holds the position of first lady of the United States. As a Slovene American, Melania was born in the former Yugoslavia and became a citizen of the United States in 2006. Her marriage to Donald Trump placed her even more in the spotlight as he campaigned for and won the presidency. In her new role as first lady, Melania considers what social concerns she will address to serve the American public.
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Megyn Kelly possesses both courage and knowledge when it comes to uncovering the truth at the heart of today's issues. Leaving a successful legal career to pursue journalism, Kelly went on to host her own television programs and conduct interviews with celebrities and presidents alike. Despite challenging moments in her personal and professional life, she continues to demonstrate fortitude and a sense of humor. This book focuses on the experiences...
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Chelsea Clinton was immersed in politics when she moved into the White House for her father Bill Clinton's first inauguration. Her studies in history, politics, and public health set her on the path to lead interfaith and cross-cultural education initiatives. The influence of her mother Hillary Clinton imbues Chelsea's personal and professional life. Possessing her father's charisma and her mother's tenacity, Chelsea embraces her family background...
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Since 2000, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has provided more than 4.2 billion dollars to help those in need. Sixteen years later, Forbes ranked philanthropist Melinda Gates as the fourth most powerful woman in the world. This inspiring title explores Gates's contributions, the ongoing issues she works to address around the world, and her powerful message that every person's life is of value.
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Princess Diana lived much of her life in the public eye and suffered for it. She should not be remembered only for her fashion choices and her uncomfortable celebrity, but for her activism and generosity. Students will learn more about this fascinating and inspiring leading lady in this text that explores Princess Diana's life and her social achievements.
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Ellen DeGeneres began her career as a comedian and is now a well-known talk show host and activist for gay rights. She has won numerous awards for both her roles on television and her activism. Her life and her work against discrimination will be explored in this text to help students better understand the power of this celebrity's voice.
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Acknowledged as one of the most influential women in media, Arianna Huffington is best known as the co-founder and editor-in-chief of the Huffington Post. In addition to writing books and articles, Huffington has developed successful businesses, including a startup that promotes health and wellness. Her involvement in politics prepared her to discuss various political issues on public radio programs. This book explores her influential legacy as a...
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With an ever-growing need to engage young women in science and tech, Kimberly Bryant saw a lack of tech programming for girls of color. So, in 2011, the engineer and entrepreneur founded Black Girls Code, a nonprofit with the tagline "imagine, build, and create." Readers will learn how these same principles informed Bryant's own rise as a pioneering African American tech innovator and be inspired by her determination to expose young minds to STEM...
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