Gloria Steinem’s Lasting Feminist Torch | Eau Claire News

Eau Claire News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 4, 2026 · 1m

Gloria Steinem, the fearless face of second-wave feminism and a relentless champion for women’s rights, passed away at 92, leaving behind a legacy that reshaped society. From her groundbreaking undercover exposé on Playboy Club waitresses to co-founding Ms. Magazine, she turned journalism into activism, always linking gender equality with race, class, and justice. A vocal advocate for abortion access, LGBTQ+ rights, and anti-war causes, Steinem never slowed down—even in her nineties—inspiring generations to carry forward her vision: that true progress means lighting many torches, not just…