Quote by Cathy Guisewite

Cathy was the first widely syndicated humor strip created by a woman. The strip was pretty revolutionary at the time not only because it starred a female, but also because it was so emotionally honest about all the conflicting feelings many women had in 1976.

Cathy was the first widely syndicated humor strip created by

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This quote highlights the significance of the comic strip "Cathy" and its creator in breaking gender barriers and addressing relatable emotions of women in 1976. In a time when female creators were rare in the world of comics, "Cathy" stood out as a groundbreaking creation. The strip fearlessly portrayed the conflicting and honest emotions experienced by women, marking a revolutionary step forward in depicting women's complexities and struggles.

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By Cathy Guisewite

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