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Judy Smith: feminist, social justice advocate and friend of MTPR, dies.

Montana Public Radio | By Edward F. O'Brien

Published November 7, 2013 at 3:11 PM MST

Western Montana feminist, social justice advocate and long-time Montana Public Radio commentator, Judy Smith, has died after a lengthy battle with cancer.

Edward O'Brien has more on the life and legacy of a woman remembered as a "warrior" by those who knew her.

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Edward F. O'Brien

Edward O’Brien first landed at Montana Public Radio three decades ago as a news intern while attending the UM School of Journalism. He covers a wide range of stories from around the state.
edward.obrien@umt.edu.
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