Betty Friedan (activist)

Betty Friedan was a prominent American feminist author and activist, best known for her 1963 book, "The Feminine Mystique." This work questioned the traditional roles of women in society, particularly the idea that women’s fulfillment came solely from homemaking and motherhood. Friedan's writing sparked widespread discussions about women's rights and helped ignite the second-wave feminist movement in the United States, advocating for equality in the workplace, education, and society. She co-founded the National Organization for Women (NOW) in 1966, which aimed to address issues such as discrimination and reproductive rights, influencing the feminist agenda for decades to come.