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NOW Founder Alice S. Rossi Dies At 87

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BetteD
11/09/09

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When I think about the amount of gumption that I have to muster to stand up to groups of pigheaded guys (and some women) at bars, at parties, and at work when confronted with views that are openly or tacitly hostile to women, I am struck dumb by women like Ms. Rossi.

Imagine the courage and determination she must've had to face up to an establishment that so plainly dictated the worth and rightful "place" of women in our society. To go in against the prevalent cultural mileau and make huge, bold strides towards true equality is inspiring beyond words. Her accomplishments should leave all of us not only grateful but breathless. No less than a true hero. #alicesrossi
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HarpMadness
11/09/09

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Her legacy will live on. Rest in peace. #alicesrossi
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Dauphine
11/09/09

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What's with the sudden rise in deaths of social science people? Not on, universe, not on.

Thank you, Ms. Rossi, for everything. #alicesrossi
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Kivrin
11/09/09

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A true trailblazer. She will be missed. #alicesrossi
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CurtCole
11/09/09

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R.I.P.
To the outward, glorious Skies;
So th' immortal Spirit may,
When descended to our Clay,
From a rightly govern'd Frame
View the Height, from whence she came;
To her Paradise be caught,
And things unutterable taught.
Give me then, in that Retreat,
Give me, O indulgent Fate!
For all Pleasures left behind,
Contemplations of the Mind.
Let the Fair, the Gay, the Vain
Courtship and Applause obtain;
Let th' Ambitious rule the Earth;
Let the giddy Fool have Mirth;
Give the Epicure his Dish,
Ev'ry one their sev'ral Wish;
Whilst my Transports I employ
On that more extensive Joy,
When all Heaven shall be survey'd
From those Windings and that Shade.
Anne Finch, Countess of Winchilsea,
from THE PETITION FOR AN ABSOLUTE RETREAT
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Triana Orpheus
11/09/09

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Thank you for your contribution to making my life easier. Thank you for your dedication to equality between the sexes. Thank you for your organization. Just, thank you. #alicesrossi
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