A Quote by Noreena Hertz

I grew up in a home where I was literally told from a young age, 'No daughter of mine will ever wash a man's socks,' and I am pleased to say I never have. It was made clear that whatever I wanted to do I should aspire to, regardless of my gender.

Noreena Hertz

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Noreena Hertz
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Born: September 24, 1967

I never, ever grew up as a young woman believing that my gender would stand in the way of doing anything I wanted.

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