“I am proud to be a feminist”: Will Meghan shake-up Britain’s royals?
By Reuters
22 May 2018 |
4:27 am
A biography of Britain's latest royal, Meghan Markle, appeared on the monarchy's official website within hours of her marrying Prince Harry, with a single quote: "I am proud to be a woman and a feminist."
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