Billie Jean King

Tennis legend, Founder

Bio:

Billie Jean King is the founder of the Billie Jean King Leadership Initiative and the co-founder of World TeamTennis. As one of the 20th century's most respected and influential people, she has long been a champion for social justice and equality. She created new inroads for both genders in and out of sports during her legendary career and she continues to make her mark today.
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November 20, 2015 | Saru Jayaraman, Billie Jean King | Health, Politics, Robin Morgan
WMC Live #146: Billie Jean King, Saru Jayaraman. (Original Airdate 11/21/2015)
Robin comments on terrorism—and on organ donation and a new treatment for ovarian cancer. Guests: Saru Jayaraman and ROC United on restaurant workers rights; champion and activist Billie Jean King in conversation as you've never heard her before.
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