Harriet Pilpel, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Harriet Pilpel

American women's rights activist

Date of Birth: 02-Dec-1911

Place of Birth: The Bronx, New York, United States

Date of Death: 23-Apr-1991

Profession: lawyer

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius


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About Harriet Pilpel

  • Harriet Fleischl Pilpel (December 2, 1911 – April 23, 1991) was an American attorney and women's rights activist.
  • She wrote and lectured extensively regarding the freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and reproductive freedom.
  • Pilpel served as general counsel for both the American Civil Liberties Union and Planned Parenthood.
  • During her career, she participated in 27 cases that came before the United States Supreme Court.
  • Pilpel was involved in the birth control movement and the pro-choice movement.
  • She helped to establish the legal rights of minors to abortion and contraception.

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