In Memoriam: Notable people who died in 2026
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Journalist Gloria Steinem is known as one of the most prominent figures in the modern feminist movement, tackling politics, abortion, marriage and more through her writings and speeches. In 1963, she gained national attention for an exposé on the working conditions at the Playboy Club. She also helped establish the National Women's Political Caucus which looks to increase the presence of women in politics and public life. Her book “My Life on the Road” is dedicated to the doctor who recommended her illegal abortion at 22, a right she continued to fight for over the course of her life.
