NAMING BLUE

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"Sharp, dark, and smart."

Feminist reflections on culture, body-ness, and making the world through words. For feelers and artists who don't mind getting pissed off now and again. By Dana Ray: essayist, idea wrangler, and language strategist.

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About Dana Ray

Language strategist.
Writer.
Opinion holder.
Idea wrangler.
Tea drinker.
Your most assertive friend.

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