Description: (American Activist, Writer, Editor, and Magazine Publisher)
Frances Lear was a prominent American activist, magazine publisher, editor, and writer. She started her career as a women's sportswear buyer at Lord & Taylor before founding Lear's magazine, which catered to women over 45. Her contributions to the field were recognized when she was named Advertising Age Editor of the Year in 1989. Lear was deeply involved in activism for women's rights, civil rights, and mental health, participating in political campaigns and advocating for the Equal Rights Amendment. She also authored an autobiography and a guide on balancing work and family life in the modern era.