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This is very interesting: Helen Keller was one of the founders of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) in 1920.

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Yes, that is certainly new information for me. I'm glad to better understand her activism and impact, which was substantial.

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I bet she didn’t take shit from anyone, and I am very happy to have increased my limited understanding of how progressive she was.

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Same here...

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If I am honest... I’m disappointed to have not learned that in school as part of US History... very disappointed

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I am probably not surprised, but I am disappointed, as you are, that we learned nothing about this part of her life in school.

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I’m not surprised either, I’m angry and I am sorely disappointed! Thanks for understanding

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