Bella Abzug
Bella Abzug, nicknamed "Battling Bella", was an American lawyer, politician, social activist, and a leader in the women's movement. In 1971, Abzug joined other leading feminists such as Gloria Steinem, Shirley Chisholm, and Betty Friedan to found the National Women's Political Caucus. She was a leading figure in what came to be known as ecofeminism.
Career Journey
Background
- Born in
- New York City
- Educated at
- City University of New YorkColumbia Law SchoolHunter CollegeJewish Theological Seminary of AmericaWalton High School
- Awards
- 🏆 National Women's Hall of Fame🏆 Women's Caucus for Art Lifetime Achievement Award🏆 Margaret Brent Award
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Trending topics shown first"Just imagine for a moment what life in this country might have been if women had been properly represented in Congress. Would a Congress where women in all their diversity were represented tolerate th…"
"When I was a young lawyer, working women wore hats. It was the only way they would take you seriously."
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Timeline
1920
Born
Birth1998
Died
Death
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