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Source: NPR "Morning Edition"

Roundup

12-31-69

Memories of 'Aunt Betty' Friedan [4min]

The world mourns Betty Friedan, who died Saturday at 85, as the author of The Feminine Mystique and a catalyst for the modern women's movement. Kitty Eisele first knew her as"Aunt Betty." She offers a remembrance of a family friend.

Read entire article at NPR "Morning Edition"