Women's Studies 2161A/B Chapter Notes - Chapter 7: Gender Analysis, Hope Powell, Identity Politics

• School: Western University
• Department: Women's Studies
• Course: Women's Studies 2161A/B
• Professor: Nichole Edwards

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