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Vivien Kellems

1896-06-07 – 1975-01-25

Portrait of Vivien Kellems
Vivien Kellems, American industrialist and tax protesterCredit: Al Aumuller, World-Telegram staff photographer

Life & Legacy

Vivien Kellems (June 7, 1896 – January 25, 1975) was an American industrialist, inventor, public speaker, and political candidate who became known for her battle with the Federal government of the United States over withholding under 26 U.S.C. §3402 and other aspects of income tax in the United States. She was also a fervent supporter of voting reform and the Equal Rights Amendment.

Occupation & Career

inventor

Education

Columbia University; University of Oregon

Legacy Highlights

Education & Institutions

Columbia University · University of Oregon

Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q7937858 — wikidata View source

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