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  Ellie Smeal · [email protected]
December 22, 2024 at 4:16 PM

UN Must Hold Firm Against Gender Apartheid

The just-released United Nations (UN) report exposes the Taliban's brutal gender-based system of discrimination, exclusion, and oppression against Afghan women and girls. Dear John,The stakes are higher than ever.The reversal of Roe v. Wade was not the end of the battle—it was only the beginning. An…
  Madelyn Amos | Feminist Majority Foundation · [email protected]
December 11, 2024 at 3:56 PM

Save the date! The National Young Feminist Leadership Conference returns in 2025

Dear John, Mark your calendars for the 2025 National Young Feminist Leadership Conference! NYFLC is a weekend full of learning from truly extraordinary feminists, some who have committed their lives to this work and others who are emerging leaders. NYFLC is a chance to recognize that we are a part o…
  Ellie Smeal | Feminist Majority Foundation · [email protected]
December 4, 2024 at 5:01 PM

Here's the best from the Feminist Newswire!

| NOV 2024   Trans Rights rally. Photo by Karollyne Videira Hubert on UnsplashGender Affirming Care at Stake in U.S. v. Skrmetti SKYLAR DAVELINE | NOVEMBER 25 More than 90% of transgender youth are being denied — or at risk of being denied — critical, age appropriate gender-affirming care. In a co…
  Ellie Smeal & Kathy Spillar, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
November 5, 2024 at 4:56 AM

Vote For Equality: Election Day Bulletin

Today, everything we’ve worked tirelessly to protect and advance is on the line.John, This is it!Today, everything we’ve worked tirelessly to protect and advance is on the line.And let’s be clear: women voters will make the difference today.The vast majority of women have had enough of Trump’s disgu…
  Ellie Smeal & Kathy Spillar, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
November 3, 2024 at 3:49 PM

Vote for Equality Election Bulletin: This is It

We’ve entered the final sprint toward Election Day, and the stakes have never been higher. John, This is it. The last push. We’ve entered the final sprint toward Election Day, and the stakes have never been higher.Dispatch from the Battleground Vote for Equality, the political arm of the Feminist Ma…
  Ellie Smeal | Feminist Majority · [email protected]
November 1, 2024 at 3:01 PM

Here's the best from the Feminist Newswire

| OCTOBER 2024  WELCOME TO OUR MONTHLYFeminist Majority Political Report HERE'S THE BEST FROM THE FEMINIST NEWS WIRE  Colgate Campus Organizers mobilizing students for Kamala!Election Day Countdown! Vote for Equality Campus Organizers Gear Up for the ElectionFMF STAFF | OCTOBER 30 Vote for Equali…
  Ellie Smeal & Kathy Spillar, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
October 31, 2024 at 8:41 PM

FRONTLINE ELECTION BULLETIN for John

The momentum on campuses is electrifying for Kamala Harris and Feminist Majority endorsed candidates who are fighting for reproductive health and women’s rights! Dear John,  The momentum on campuses is electrifying for Kamala Harris and Feminist Majority endorsed candidates who are fighting for repr…
  Ellie Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
October 25, 2024 at 9:30 PM

Campus Mobilization on Fire: Just-Released Harvard Youth Poll Ignites Even More Enthusiasm

The gender gap has exploded, with Kamala Harris now leading Donald Trump by an astonishing 30 points among young women. Dear John,The results are in, and they’re clear. The most recent Harvard Youth Poll just released this morning confirms what our Vote For Equality has seen building over the last …
  Kathy Spillar, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
October 22, 2024 at 8:51 PM

14 Days Left: Your Action May Be the Decider!

As we enter the final two weeks before the 2024 election, we are reaching out with an important request—and assignment—for you and every member of our Feminist Majority community.   John The Countdown Clock is Running. Only 14 days left to protect women’s rights. Reproductive rights and…
  Ellie Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
October 13, 2024 at 8:04 PM

John , Your Updated Mobilization Report from Arizona

Email from Feminist Majority With less than 4 weeks to go before the Election Day our Vote 4 Equality Mobilization is poised to make all the winning difference in this critical battleground state.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Ellie Smeal · [email protected]
October 12, 2024 at 3:45 PM

John, Your Mobilization Report from Arizona

Early voting has started, absentee ballots are out, and the U.S. Senate debate between Ruben Gallego and election denier Kari Lake –all occurred this week. John,Here’s your latest update from Arizona, where things are moving fast. Early voting has started, absentee ballots are out, and the U.S. Sen…
  Ellie Smeal | Feminist Majority · [email protected]
October 10, 2024 at 9:40 PM

North Carolina Battleground Report: Disaster Times Two

To update you on how we’re seizing this historic opportunity in North CarolinaDear John,Not only are North Carolinians facing a frightening right-wing wave of extremism, they’re now dealing with a horrific natural disaster in the western part of the state. That’s why I wanted to rush you this Vote F…
  Ellie Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
October 6, 2024 at 6:12 PM

North Carolina Battleground Report: Disaster Times Two

Email from Feminist Majority I wanted to rush you this Vote For Equality Battleground Report to let you know how the Feminist Majority’s Vote For Equality is coping with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and its effect on the 2024 election in this critical swing state .  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Eleanor Smeal | Feminist Majority · [email protected]
October 3, 2024 at 5:28 PM

Here's the best from the Feminist Newswire

| SEPT 2024  WELCOME TO OUR MONTHLYFeminist Majority Political Report HERE'S THE BEST FROM THE FEMINIST NEWS WIRE  Two Arizona State University organizers at a meet and greet with VP Candidate Tim Walz.The Vote 4 Equality Campus Campaign Continues to Grow as Election Day ApproachesFMF STAFF The Fe…
  Ellie Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
October 1, 2024 at 11:15 PM

Gender Gap Becomes Gender Canyon

The already sizable Gender Gap has now expanded into a Gender Canyon. To update you on our efforts, here’s our latest Campus Mobilization Bulletin on Pennsylvania. Dear John  Young women are set to play a decisive role in Pennsylvania's 2024 election, driving the state toward Kamala Harris, re-elect…
  Ellie Smeal · [email protected]
September 22, 2024 at 11:24 PM

John, Your Help in Arizona is Crucial

Arizona isn’t just about the fight for the White House. It’s ground zero for securing a pivotal U.S. Senate seat, winning two razor-thin House races, and, most crucially, victory on a statewide ballot measure that would enshrine the right to abortion in the Arizona Constitution. Hi John,I know you …
  Ellie Smeal · [email protected]
September 18, 2024 at 7:28 PM

2024's Historic Gender Gap

We have a long and successful history of campus mobilizations. We know how to win. And this year we’re boosted by the largest Gender Gap ever! Dear John Are you ready?This is it. We won’t get another opportunity like this. The numbers don’t lie. According to the New York Times and Siena College poll…
  Ellie Smeal · [email protected]
September 16, 2024 at 9:35 PM

2024's Historic Gender Gap

We have a long and successful history of campus mobilizations. We know how to win. And this year we’re boosted by the largest Gender Gap ever! Dear John Are you prepared to seize the greatest election opportunity ever presented to women?I sure hope so.  Because if we don’t seize it now, this is one …
  Ellie Smeal · [email protected]
September 15, 2024 at 7:46 PM

Our Greatest Opportunity

We have a long and successful history of campus mobilizations. We know how to win. And this year we’re boosted by the largest Gender Gap ever! Dear John Are you prepared to seize the greatest election opportunity ever presented to women?I sure hope so.  Because if we don’t seize it now, this is one …
  Ellie Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
September 5, 2024 at 9:21 PM

Only Two Weeks

Early voting by mail begins in the key battleground state of Pennsylvania in just two weeks on September 16. Dear John Early voting by mail begins in the battleground state of Pennsylvania in just two weeks on September 16. Out of all the battleground states, Pennsylvania is the KEY with the larges…
  Ellie Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
August 23, 2024 at 9:19 PM

COVENTION REPORT #4: From Celebration to Hard Work

Email from Feminist Majority Now that the Democratic National Convention (DNC) is over, the focus shifts from the celebratory atmosphere to the hard work of winning the election.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ …
  Ellie Smeal · [email protected]
August 22, 2024 at 6:22 PM

Convention Report #3: Keeping Our Eye on Multiple Prizes

Day 3 of the DNC Convention brought yet another wave of excitement and clarity to the hard work ahead for the next 11 weeks. Dear John Day 3 of the DNC Convention brought yet another wave of excitement and clarity to the hard work ahead for the next 11 weeks. The audience jam-packed in the United Ce…
  Kathy Spillar, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
August 21, 2024 at 4:15 PM

Convention Report #2: Energizing Moments & The Fight Ahead

Email from Feminist Majority The second day of the DNC Convention was nothing short of thrilling!  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Eleanor Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
August 20, 2024 at 5:27 PM

Democratic National Convention Report #1

Email from Feminist Majority More than 300 attendees packed the State Ballroom, representing a diverse coalition of activists—from those who have fought for decades to newcomers ready to make their mark.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Eleanor Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
July 28, 2024 at 4:55 PM

When we fight, we win!

Email from Feminist Majority Millions of college students will soon be returning to campus – energized by the announcement of Kamala Harris for President with the support of President Biden and the support of massive numbers of political leaders, delegates, and feminists.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ …
  Eleanor Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
July 23, 2024 at 12:34 AM

AMAZING NEWS. AMAZING OPPORTUNITY.

Email from Feminist Majority Millions of college students will soon be returning to campus – energized by the announcement of Kamala Harris for President with the support of President Biden and the support of massive numbers of political leaders, delegates, and feminists.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ …
  Feminist Majority · [email protected]
July 22, 2024 at 9:04 PM

Feminist Majority enthusiastically endorses Kamala Harris for President

Feminist Majority Co-Founder and President Eleanor Smeal today released the following statement on the organization’s endorsement of Kamala Harris for President Feminist Majority enthusiastically endorses Kamala Harris for PresidentSalutes President Biden for his extraordinary work for women and gi…
  Ellie Smeal · [email protected]
June 30, 2024 at 3:01 PM

UN Must Hold Firm Against Gender Apartheid

The just-released United Nations (UN) report exposes the Taliban's brutal gender-based system of discrimination, exclusion, and oppression against Afghan women and girls. Dear John,The just-released United Nations (UN) report exposes the Taliban's brutal gender-based system of discrimination, excl…
  Kathy Spillar, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
June 27, 2024 at 10:41 PM

Urgent Update: Once Again, Supreme Court Endangers Women's Lives

Once again, the Supreme Court has struck an unconscionable blow against women's rights and health. Dear John Once again, the Supreme Court has struck an unconscionable blow against women's rights and health. Instead of answering a straightforward question – whether federal law that requires hospit…
  Ellie Smeal · [email protected]
June 26, 2024 at 9:47 PM

Immediate Action Needed: Shocking UN Report on Gender Apartheid in Afghanistan Just Released

The just-released United Nations (UN) report exposes the Taliban's brutal gender-based system of discrimination, exclusion, and oppression against Afghan women and girls. Dear John,The just-released United Nations (UN) report exposes the Taliban's brutal gender-based system of discrimination, excl…
  Eleanor Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
June 23, 2024 at 8:09 PM

Victory for Women's Safety: A Milestone in Our Fight

Email from Feminist Majority We are thrilled to share some good news of a significant Supreme Court decision last Friday.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  GLI Team · [email protected]
June 13, 2024 at 5:04 PM

Deadline Extended! Encourage Students to apply for Summer Activist Training Camp!

Dear John,  As we navigate through a pivotal election year, the importance of youth civic engagement has never been more crucial. Do you know a high school student passionate about social justice, democracy, and creating positive change? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for them! FMF’s Girls …
  Ellie Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
June 9, 2024 at 5:18 PM

Women’s Rights Are On the Chopping Block

The Republican plan in a nutshell: Cut Social Security. Ban abortion. Restrict IVF. Enough said!   John,             Teenage rape survivors are being forced into motherhood. Pregnant women are compelled to flee their home state to receive proper reproductive health care or face bleedin…
  The Girls Learn International Team · [email protected]
June 5, 2024 at 6:23 PM

Empower the Next Generation of Activists

Encourage Students to Apply for the Summer Activist Training Camp! Dear John, As we navigate through a pivotal election year, the importance of youth civic engagement has never been more crucial. Do you know a high school student passionate about social justice, democracy, and creating positive cha…
  The Girls Learn International Team · [email protected]
June 5, 2024 at 6:04 PM

Empower the Next Generation of Activists

Encourage Students to Apply for the Summer Activist Training Camp! Dear John,   As we navigate through a pivotal election year, the importance of youth civic engagement has never been more crucial. Do you know a high school student passionate about social justice, democracy, and creating positive ch…
  Ellie Smeal · [email protected]
June 3, 2024 at 10:48 PM

Here's the best from the Feminist Newswire

| MAY 2024     Department of Justice sues two organizations and seven individuals for violating the FACE ActABIGAIL RAMIREZ | MAY 29 The Department of Justice filed a lawsuit on Monday, May 20 in the Northern District of Ohio against Citizens for a Pro Life Society, Red Rose Rescue, as well as se…
  Ellie Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
May 12, 2024 at 3:18 PM

The fight for women's rights is now

We are leveraging social media platforms, community events, and local media to reach a broad audience on college and university campuses. Our message is clear: the fight for women's rights is now.   John, The goal of the MAGA Republicans’ War on Women, underscored by the recent Arizona…
  Ellie Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
May 2, 2024 at 10:24 PM

The fight for women's rights is now!

We are leveraging social media platforms, community events, and local media to reach a broad audience on college and university campuses. Our message is clear: the fight for women's rights is now.   John, The goal of the MAGA Republicans’ War on Women, underscored by the recent Arizona…
  Ellie Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
April 28, 2024 at 8:30 PM

The fight for women's rights is now

We are leveraging social media platforms, community events, and local media to reach a broad audience on college and university campuses. Our message is clear: the fight for women's rights is now.   John, The goal of the MAGA Republicans’ War on Women, underscored by the recent Arizona…
  Ellie Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
April 27, 2024 at 2:46 PM

The fight for women's lives is now - organize for November.

We are leveraging social media platforms, community events, and local media to reach a broad audience on college and university campuses. Our message is clear: the fight for women's rights is now.   John, The goal of the MAGA Republicans’ War on Women, underscored by the recent Arizona…
  Ellie Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
April 26, 2024 at 1:43 PM

We're not going back!

We are leveraging social media platforms, community events, and local media to reach a broad audience on college and university campuses. Our message is clear: the fight for women's rights is now.   John, The goal of the MAGA Republicans’ War on Women, underscored by the recent Arizona…
  Ellie Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
April 14, 2024 at 7:47 PM

1864 is not acceptable: we won’t go back

Email from Feminist Majority The Feminist Majority's Political Action Committee is raising funds for the Arizona Emergency Mobilization and other critical 2024 election efforts.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Ellie Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
April 13, 2024 at 2:23 PM

1864 is unacceptable: organize don’t agonize

Email from Feminist Majority The Feminist Majority's Political Action Committee is raising funds for the Arizona Emergency Mobilization and other critical 2024 election efforts.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Ellie Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
April 11, 2024 at 10:58 PM

Shocking decision demands action

Email from Feminist Majority The Feminist Majority's Political Action Committee is raising funds for the Arizona Emergency Mobilization and other critical 2024 election efforts.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Ellie Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
April 10, 2024 at 3:50 PM

ARIZONA ACTION ALERT: John and All Members of the Feminist Majority Community

Email from Feminist Majority The Feminist Majority's Political Action Committee is raising the funds required for the Arizona Emergency Mobilization and other critical 2024 election efforts.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ …
  Eleanor Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
April 4, 2024 at 8:31 PM

Honoring Betty Ford: A Champion for Equality and the ERA

Email from Feminist Majority Looking back, I’ll never forget the day in 1981 when I approached Mrs. Ford to become an honorary co-chair, alongside Alan Alda, for the Equal Rights Amendment Countdown Campaign.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ …
  Ellie Smeal · [email protected]
April 1, 2024 at 8:01 PM

Get the Latest from the Feminist News Digest

| MARCH 2024  From the desk of Ellie Smeal... Dear John,  This month’s newsletter reflects the paradox our community faces in the battle for equality, and personal freedom, and democracy. On the one hand... we face an unprecedented onslaught by extreme forces of reaction. Whether it’s the latest at…
  Eleanor Smeal, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
March 17, 2024 at 3:16 PM

Empower the Future: Feminist Majority's Youth Mobilization in Swing States

Email from Feminist Majority With your help the Feminist Majority has successfully mobilized young voters and feminist turnout in 2018, 2022 and in recent referendums across the country. Here is our plan for 2024.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Madelyn Amos · [email protected]
March 15, 2024 at 2:03 PM

1 Week Until NYFLC!

Register now for a weekend you don't want to miss!John,We are only ONE WEEK out from the most exciting weekend of the year: The National Young Feminist Leadership Conference!   Are you ready to join hundreds of other student activists for a weekend of learning, mobilizing, making new feminist friend…
  Kathy Spillar, Feminist Majority · [email protected]
March 12, 2024 at 2:17 PM

Fight for equal rights! Feminist Majority is mobilizing voters in key battleground states

Email from Feminist Majority With your help the Feminist Majority has successfully mobilized young voters and feminist turnout in 2018, 2022 and in recent referendums across the country. Here is our plan for 2024.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…