I have been a believer in the magic of language since, at a very early age, I discovered that some words got me into trouble and others got me out.
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But the idea that women can't take care of themselves still permeates our culture.Katherine Dunn
And while national military forces have historically resisted the full participation of women soldiers, female talent has found plenty of scope in revolutionary and terrorist groups around the planet.
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We have been permitted to turn our back on the frailty of life. I mean we live so much longer, and the constant presence of death is part of life.
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Oh, of course, I always feel unconfident.
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This idea that males are physically aggressive and females are not has distinct drawbacks for both sexes.
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But I think everybody should write. I think those people with stories who don't write should be stomped on.
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