Meghan Markle has spoken about her friendship with Gloria Steinem and one of Prince Harry's important confessions to her in their recent "backyard chat".
Writing for women's group MAKERS, the Duchess of Sussex opened up about her relationship and recent work with the renowned feminist in a short foreword before the full transcript.
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In it she described her and Steinem's "shared beliefs surrounding women's rights", as well as the ongoing discussion in the US about voting – which is not mandatory in America.
In the Q & A session with Steinem, Meghan admits to looking up to the political activist "for so long" and says it's been "wonderful" to learn from her.
They go on to discuss ongoing political tensions in the US, including racial and social issues currently at the forefront of American culture, Meghan speaking up about her own experiences.
"For me, being biracial, growing up, whether it was a doll or a person in office, you need to see someone who looks like you in some capacity," she explained to Steinem.
The two also discussed how the coronavirus pandemic has created "a moment of reset" in the world, as everyone battles through the global health crisis.
But it was late in their chat that Meghan revealed a surprising confession from none other than Prince Harry.
While Steinem explained that feminists don't have to be feminine, or female at all, Meghan chimed in with the sweet anecdote.
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"Like my husband! I love that when he just came in, he said, 'You know that I'm a feminist too, right Gloria?! It's really important to me that you know that'," the Duchess said.
She also mentioned their young son, Archie, who turned one in May.
"I look at our son and what a beautiful example that he gets to grow up with a father who is so comfortable owning that as part of his own self-identification," she said.
"That there's no shame in being someone who advocates for fundamental human rights for everyone, which of course includes women."
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Steinem added that Harry sets a great example for Archie by being such a doting father, explaining that because of Harry, "[Archie] will grow up knowing it's OK to be loving and nurturing."
The chat is just the latest in a series of political moves from Meghan, who has embraced her new platform outside of the royal family.
"Your voice matters. Please use it."
During her time as a senior working royal, she was unable to speak out on many political issues, as royals must remain politically neutral.
Now she's using her voice to urge Americans to vote and speak up against issues like racism and gender equality in the US.
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In her foreword, Meghan added that Steinem is one of her inspirations when it comes to pushing voter's rights.
"My friend Gloria, is one of the women I honour when I vote," she wrote.
She urged readers to vote in the upcoming presidential election and signed off with: "Your voice matters. Please use it."
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2020-08-26 21:51:00Z
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