Not Done: Women Remaking America

The Feminine Mystique

Clip: Season 1 | 3m 7s

In 1963 Betty Friedan wrote The Feminine Mystique, and exposed he happy homemaker myth. Many women wanted the opportunity of a career of their own.

Aired: 02/26/13 | Rating: NR

A MAKERS film by Verizon Media and McGee Media. Proudly supported by P&G.

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