Madonna Ciccone :
"Not only does society suffer from racism and sexism but it also suffers from ageism. Once you reach a certain age you're not allowed to be adventurous, you're not allowed to be sexual. I mean, is there a rule? Are you supposed to just die?"
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Age and Aging
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Sex
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Race and Racism
Gift it
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