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Deaths of Dolly Parton and Gloria Steinem prompt tributes and reflections
The passings of the two cultural icons days apart highlighted their distinct approaches to women's advocacy.
The short version
- Dolly Parton died on August 25, followed eight days later by the death of Gloria Steinem on September 2.[Associated Press]
- While Steinem viewed Parton as embodying feminist empowerment, Parton explicitly rejected the feminist label in 2019 to avoid political extremes.[ABC News · Associated Press]
- Tributes reflected political divisions, with Donald Trump ordering flags lowered for Parton, while conservative leaders remained largely silent following Steinem's death.[Associated Press]
Key facts
- Dolly Parton passed away on August 25, and Gloria Steinem died eight days later on September 2.[ABC News · Associated Press]
- In 1987, Gloria Steinem argued that Dolly Parton represented feminist values by discovering her power and empowering other women.[ABC News · Associated Press]
- Dolly Parton explicitly rejected the feminist label in 2019, explaining she wanted to steer clear of political extremes.[ABC News · Associated Press]
- Donald Trump ordered flags to be flown at half-staff to honor Dolly Parton.[ABC News · Associated Press]
- Conservative leaders largely remained silent two days after Gloria Steinem's death.[ABC News · Associated Press]
Sources
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- For feminists, the deaths of Parton and Steinem days apart deliver a double dose of griefAssociated Press · Wire: associated-press
- For feminists, the deaths of Parton and Steinem days apart deliver a double dose of griefABC News - US News