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Besides a scientist, Harlow Shapley was also a?

  • Writer

  • Political Activist

  • Athlete

  • Musician

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In addition to being a scientist, Harlow Shapley was also a political activist. He was a strong supporter of the New Deal and was involved in a number of political campaigns. He also spoke out against racism and segregation. Shapley's political activism was often in conflict with his scientific work, but he believed that it was important to use his position to speak out for what he believed in.
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