In an age of growth and change of common thought, the surge of feminism has risen again, as it had in the early 1900’s and the 1960-70’s. Except instead of bra burning, there are Lenny Letters and social media. Women have always be oppressed, limited, or not respected in many different environments, especially the professional fields (or at least considerably compared to men). This is also true in media and print. However, women are growing, changing, evolving, and calling out for change. But not just asking for it- doing something about it.
Questions have arisen- are women being underrepresented in these fields of media (read about it here)? Thankfully, I believe this is not the case. Women in print forms of media have and will be changing everything. From the past and present, here are some of the boldest and brightest females in the game.
Anna Wintour
- age- 67
- occupation- Editor-In-Chief of Vogue
Anna Wintour is a British journalist, icon, personality, and Editor-In-Chief of Vogue, a highly famous and critically acclaimed fashion magazine based in America. Working her way through the ranks at multiple high end and large magazines companies, she took over Vogue in 1988 (her first cover is shown in the header picture, being held by American supermodel and icon Gigi Hadid) and revamped the dying publication. feminist icon and inspiration to women aspiring to make it in facing and journalism, she encourages change and new ideas. She often, despite much criticism, uses this platform to take a stance on issues outside fashion, like, politics and human rights
Margaret Fuller
- life- 1810-1850 (40 years)
- occupation- teacher, journalist, activist
Known as “The Most Well Read Woman of New England”, she used her knowledge, education, and power of the print to stand for women’s rights like voting. She became one of the first female editors ever for The Dial and a foreign corespondent. An excellent writer and a respected critic, she was known for her fiery personality and sharp tongue. Her seminal publication, Woman in the Nineteenth Century, is known as one of the first works on feminism in the U.S. published.
Pauline Phillips 
- life- 1918-2013 (98 years)
- advice columnist
Known as Abigail Van Buren to readers, Phillips was adored and celebrated as one of the best and most famous advice columnists for the popular Dear Abby column, which debuted in the San Fransisco Chronicle in 1956. Many letters, covering topics considered sensitive for that time, such as, divorce, homosexuality, sexual abhorrence, pro-choice, and domestic violence were not published, but she took it upon her to respond to them personally. She would even call the reader and give advice if she felt they were suicidal or hopeless. Even today, she is recognized as a force that helped shape America’s moral conscience for over four decades.
While these women have helped us in the field more than they will ever know, their presence needs assistance in the move for professional equality. Other things are being done with print to help women, like offer free publications to help educate them on issues.
To read about more inspiring women in print, click here.
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I love this article, Peyton! Unfortunately, it is very true that women are not often realized for their full potential. Sometimes it feels like we are going back as a society in terms of gender issues, but when I read this article, it gave me a sense of relief! I loved how you provided more options to explore this whole topic, I enjoyed reading more about it. I would have never thought to write about women who have changed the print industry, that was an awesome addition! I also loved how you talked about women that were alive centuries ago and a few that are alive/have been more recently. Thanks for this interesting perspective, Peyton!
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that an incredible article! truly eye opening!
We have read about many male authors and people that have impacted the print world, but not many women appear in our textbook. It was really interesting to me to see these women offering intel and support through their writing to other women out there. It just goes to show how much your work in print can affect the consumer. I loved the section of Philips not only did she provide advice column but she also helped shape American morals. I also found the fact about her calling the readers inspiring.
I honestly wish more women like this were shown in the media because there are so many female leaders out there. But sadly that is the case we live in right now where sexual equality is just not there quite yet. But great article makes me what to find out more!!
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This was so fun to read!! I really liked the angle you took with this post in regards to print. Women’s rights is still such a prominent issue and has been for years. So, it’s interesting to look at the women who have shaped print; despite the fact that the same medium that they have left such an imprint on, undoubtedly has reported at one point on the oppression of women. These women are without a doubt some of the most influential people in their field and we often forget the struggle and adversity that they faced.
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