From a Valentine's Day piece by Georgie Ann Geyer: "At least since the 14th century, this lovers' festival has been about the romantic and passionate glories of men and women in love. But this year particularly, I wonder what feminism -- not its essence, but the way in which it has developed -- has done to the spirit of old St. Valentine." Click here to read more.
Then do yourself a favor and read some of her other recent OpEd essays. One, about the war in Iraq, is here. Geyer remains one of the most important journalists on international affairs of our time. What a life she has led. Click here to read a short bio of Geyer.
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