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

Summary

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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