One such trailblazer is Gloria Steinem, a pioneering spokesperson for the women's movement that began in the United States in the late 1960s. After a difficult childhood, Steinem achieved success as a journalist in New York City. She eventually turned her attention to the plight of women, who struggled for the same rights as men. Intelligent and articulate, Gloria Steinem was one of the founders of Ms., a magazine dedicated to women's issues, and she continues to advocate for new and exciting roles for women.