From its beginings in the 1800s, modern socialism has embraced equality and liberation for women. The socialist movement has made a major contribution to political, cultural, and intellectual changes challenging women's second-class status. For many women, joining a socialist movement opened the road to developing their talents, achieving social influence, and contributing to social change.
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