Authors born on November 13

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• 1969 Ayaan Hirsi Ali

  Ayaan Hirsi Ali is a Somali-born Dutch-American activist, feminist, author, and former politician known for her outspoken criticism of Islam and advocacy for women's rights, particularly women in Islamic societies. She gained international attention for her work on issues related to the rights and freedoms of women and her personal experiences with religion, migration, and reform. [bio]