As I prepare to cast my vote for our first female president, I’ll be carrying with me the legacy of my great-grandmother, Margaret. A widow who defied societal norms, she invested every last cent she had to ensure her daughters received an education—one became a doctor, while the other, my grandmother, Emily, dedicated her life to social work.
I’ll also be honoring my grandmother, Emily, who, during the Great Depression when it was illegal to share birth control information, discreetly provided women in need with the contact details for what would eventually become Planned Parenthood. Here’s a glimpse of Emily, poised for work, sporting an outfit that closely resembled a pantsuit of her time! I too will don a pantsuit, accompanied by Margaret’s cherished necklace and Emily’s brooch. I proudly stand on their shoulders.
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In summary, as we step into the voting booth, let us remember the courageous women who paved the way for us, while also embracing the resources available to us today.
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