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Coffee Break: Feminist anthems

Members of the women's suffrage movement prepare to march on New York's Wall Street in 1913, armed with leaflets and slogans demanding the vote for women.
Members of the women's suffrage movement prepare to march on New York's Wall Street in 1913, armed with leaflets and slogans demanding the vote for women.Paul Thompson/Getty Images, via NPR

by Anna Reed

January 19, 2017

This Saturday, women and supporters across the nation will unite to march in solidarity with the Women's March on Washington. In Minnesota, thousands will gather at the St. Paul College and march to the Minnesota State Capitol.

The mission of the march is to "stand together in solidarity with our partners and children for the protection of our rights, our safety, our health, and our families -- recognizing that our vibrant and diverse communities are the strength of our country."

So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what feminist anthems do you want to hear?

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Songs played

Loretta Lynn - The Pill
Janelle Monae - Q.U.E.E.N. feat. Erykah Badu
Deap Vally - Smile More
Joan Jett and The Blackhearts - Bad Reputation
Helen Reddy - I Am Woman
Queen Latifah - Ladies First feat. Monie Love
Metric - Glass Ceiling
Bikini Kill - Rebel Girl