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The quote says people are more than a single label, role, or aspect of identity. It suggests that focusing on only one part of a person can distort the fuller reality of their life and experience.
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About Janet Mock
American writer, television producer, and transgender rights activist
Janet Mock is an American writer, television producer, and transgender rights activist. She is known for her work in media and for her memoir, Redefining Realness, which became a New York Times bestseller. Mock has written and produced for television, and she has worked in journalism as a contributing editor at Marie Claire. She was also a staff editor for People magazine’s website. Her work has centered on storytelling, representation, and transgender rights.
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