A Women of Substance
First of all I wish to apologize for the length of time in between posts. I have several pieces in the works that I am currently editing. However tonight, after watching her speech at the Democratic National Convention, I feel impassioned to write about Hillary Clinton.
I know many people have many differing and passionate opinions about Hillary. These opinions range from the creditable to the ridiculous. Analysts pick at her pant suits, her cleavage, her spouse’s indiscretions, and, although not directly, her gender.
As a woman, it is my ardent wish to be able to point to a woman, or even better- women, and say, “I can do it. She did it.” That is why I voted for Hillary in my primary election. I want to believe that a woman is capable of being elected president, not just running for the office. I want to raise a daughter in a time where that feat has already been accomplished. I want to be paid equally. I want to be treated equally. I want to have high expectations of my talent and abilities. I want to be able to achieve whatever I dream to achieve. That is NOT possible in this America. A woman can run, but she cannot win. A woman can run, but not without being nitpicked about her clothing, hair, and mothering abilities- all things which have absolutely NOTHING to do with her ability to perform a job.
Unlike some women across the country, I believe that Hillary is a credit to her gender. We need women like her who stand in the face of criticism, nay saying, history and push for the future of women. Without women like her where would the gender be? Not launching a legendary and landmark presidential campaign. Who else would be doing it? I don’t see any other willing and viable candidates.
I can recognize and appreciate that the feelings Hillary arouses for me are aroused in another marginalized population in the United States for Obama. As a result of the convention that is taking place I am now a willing, and even enthusiastic supporter of Obama. My desire, however, will remain for women across the country to realize the critical importance of Hillary Clinton to our gender and to our history.
Posted: August 27, 2008 12:14 am | 0 comments
Tags: DNC, Hillary Clinton, politics
