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What gender-oriented issue did Jane Jacobs face in her career in urban planning?
Ageism
Feminism
Sexism
None of the above
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Although she was a successful and well-respected urban planner, Jane Jacobs faced sexism throughout her career. She was often dismissed by her male colleagues and was told that she didn't know what she was talking about. Jacobs refused to let the sexism get to her and continued to speak her mind about urban planning.
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