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    The 17 Most Badass Feminist Tweets to Inspire You on International Women's Day

    You can say a lot about girl power in 140 characters.

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    Published 8 March 2016 In Features

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    Four female celebrities who have sent powerful feminist tweets.
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    Twitter is a place where magic happens—Kanye rants, Chrissy Teigen shuts down haters, Lauren Graham confirms the Gilmore Girls revival. You can do a lot of powerful stuff in 140 characters, which is why, on International Women's Day, we're reflecting on all the feminist moments that have happened on Twitter. From Amy Schumer's body-positive photo shoot to Shonda Rhimes' demands for diversity, these ladies have stood up for themselves and all women in powerfully succinct tweets. 

    After Piers Morgan cleavage-shamed Susan Sarandon's SAG Awards look, she dedicated this photo to him: 

    Today’s #TBT is dedicated to @piersmorgan. pic.twitter.com/InU7d6qhC0February 4, 2016

    Amy Schumer proudly posted a picture from her Pirelli calendar shoot.

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    Demi Lovato shared a no-makeup selfie:

    Happy #NMM... Send me your gorgeous #NoMakeupMonday pictures! 💗 @devonnebydemi pic.twitter.com/sqdPootqQkJanuary 25, 2016

    Ashley Graham promoted the idea that beauty has no size: 

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    In the wake of the Bill Cosby case, Lena Dunham called out Hollywood for siding with men in power:

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    After walking the red carpet at the SAGs, Mindy Kaling highlighted just how sexist reporters can be when asking women about their careers:

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    Ariana Grande reminded the world that she is so much more than "Big Sean's ex-girlfriend":

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    Zendaya pointed out that women don't need to wear makeup to look beautiful:

    @Manstagram_ that awkward moment when this tweet is irrelevant cause she's slaying both ways #wannaborrowmyglasses pic.twitter.com/4BXge1Ch4KJune 10, 2015

    Nicki Minaj proved she's just as good as any male rapper (like we even needed the reminder):

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    Not giving me my props doesn't stop me from being great. I am a mogul. Your hate is what made this possible. Lol. Thank uuuuuu! Mmuuaahhh!!!December 11, 2015

    To imply someone's ass is the reason they get on tracks and hold their own with every great MC who is still alive 😩 black ppl, do better lolDecember 11, 2015

    Lol. R the male rappers only successful cuz they have a big bulge? 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂💍💎👸🏽 https://t.co/lF5ngNpe3ADecember 11, 2015

    Your greatest achievement in life will be attempting to undermine my greatest achievements in life. lol. Now check that. Phaedra voice 🤗December 11, 2015

    Patricia Arquette stood up for transgender women:

    These woman need justice. #TransMurder is seldom talked about. These woman are loved and valuable. https://t.co/qj8susMK6yOctober 10, 2015

    Debra Messing told a teenage fan to always trust her instincts:

    Be patient. Become best friends with your inner voice. Trust instincts. And play. https://t.co/Tv6vDUncobFebruary 28, 2016

    Mariska Hargitay advocated for sexual assault survivors:

    My hope is that young women who have been hurt never have to hide/can let their voices be heard. #NOMOREFebruary 5, 2015

    Shonda Rhimes demanded we talk about diversity:

    Know why I hate "why is diversity so important" question? It implies matter should be UP FOR DEBATE. As if LACK of diversity could be valid.February 28, 2016

    Ariel Winter embraced the scars from her breast reduction:

    Guys there is a reason I didn't make an effort to cover up my scars! They are part of me and I'm not ashamed of them at all. :)January 31, 2016

    And Carrie Fisher shut down haters who said she hasn't aged well:

    Please stop debating about whetherOR not👁aged well.unfortunately it hurts all3 of my feelings.My BODY hasnt aged as well as I have.Blow us👌🏼December 29, 2015

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