Dawn O’Porter: So…would you call yourself a feminist?

Rashida Jones: I would, yes. I believe in the unadulterated advancement of women. And we have so far to go still. I do think because women are so clever and flexible and such good communicators, it been hard for men to evolve and keep up. I think we could do a little better to help them out.

Who are your female idols? Past and present.
Amy Poehler, Elaine May, Nora Ephron, Diane Keaton, Margaret Sanger, Ruth Ginsberg, Oprah. All fearless and elegant.

Read the full interview here: Rashida Jones Talks Feminism, Being Funny and Her Favorite Swear Words.