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Norah O'Donnell spotlights women who shaped U.S. history

Season 2026 Episode 43 | 6m 45s

America’s 250-year history features prominent men who built and shaped the nation. But less is known about the women whose contributions were just as important. In “We the Women: The Hidden Heroes Who Shaped America,” Norah O’Donnell writes about 35 remarkable women and their pivotal roles in influencing the country we live in today. Amna Nawaz sat down with O’Donnell to discuss the new book.

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