Gloria Steinem remains a central figure in American feminism decades after her rise to prominence. Her work helped popularize second-wave ideas on equality and reproductive rights. The image places her on a stack of landmark feminist books to underscore her connection to that intellectual tradition.
A trans athlete wearing a tank top with the transgender pride flag colors lunges forward on a podium labeled Title IX, displacing other competitors. Female athletes wearing medals stand on the structure with arms raised or extended in reaction. The scene shows one competitor with braided hair in green shorts and another with blonde hair in yellow shorts. A smaller figure in blue shorts appears behind the main action. The image was published on July 1 2026.