Missy Franklin, author portrait
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Missy Franklin

Melissa “Missy” Franklin is a competitive swimmer and five-time Olympic gold medalist. Among her numerous distinctions, she holds the world record for the 200-meter backstroke. Missy’s parents, Dick and D.A. Franklin, are originally from Canada. The family currently lives in Colorado, and Missy attends UC Berkeley, where she is studying psychology with a minor in education.
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Books for Women’s History Month

In honor of Women’s History Month in March, we are sharing books by women who have shaped history and have fought for their communities. Our list includes books about women who fought for racial justice, abortion rights, equality in the workplace, and ranges in topics from women in politics and prominent women in history to

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