Betty Friedan

Betty Friedan

activist United States

Betty Friedan was an influential American feminist, activist, and author, best known for her groundbreaking book 'The Feminine Mystique,' published in 1963, which sparked the second wave of feminism in the United States. Friedan's work challenged the traditional roles of women in society and highlighted the dissatisfaction many women felt with their prescribed domestic roles. She was a co-founder of the National Organization for Women (NOW) and played a pivotal role in advocating for women's rights, including issues related to workplace equality, reproductive rights, and education. Her legacy continues to inspire feminist movements today, making her a key figure in the fight for gender equality.

Born on Feb 04, 1921 (104 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
126,604
Power
900$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Brazil 1 5.00 0.06% +0% 211,049,527 126,604 $1,500,000 900$
Totals 1 211,049,527 126,604 $1,500,000 900$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: Betty Friedan and a cohort of sign-wielding feminists stormed the Oak Room in the Plaza Hotel to demand that women be allowed in during the male-only lunch hours. 9

The New York Times: Opinion | Why Are People Weird About Women Dining Alone?

Australia Australia: Betty Friedan is referenced alongside Virginia Woolf regarding the lack of preparation for an all-woman space crew. 5

The Sydney Morning Herald: When six women blasted into space, we couldn’t look away. But for all the wrong reasons