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Movers & Shakers - Influential Women

From , former About.com Guide

In politics, media, business, entertainment, industry, the arts and sciences, and many other fields, influential women are the movers and shakers reshaping society and culture.
  1. Politics
  2. Media
  3. Feminism

Politics

Candidates, elected officials, pundits, and those who achieve the distinction of 'first ever' all cross paths in the political arena and influence policy, opinion, and the larger society.

Media

In many ways, media has the greatest impact as the gatekeeper of information in our society. Our opinions and perspectives are determined by what we read, hear, and see; and print and broadcast media - though challenged by online media - continue to dominate.

Feminism

Throughout history, women have pushed against gender bias and fought for recognition and compensation equal to that of men. The terms used for these women have changed over time, but today women's rights, women's issues, and women's concerns all fall under the umbrella of feminism.

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