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Micronesian women once operated almost entirely behind the scenes.  By the 1970s, however, women were beginning to take a more public role in community affairs.  Several women can be seen at this protest in front of the Pohnpei Distad's office in 1971 for stronger controls on drinking.
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(photo from TT Archives, Univ. of Hawaii Library)