2008 Woodie Awards
U.S. needs a lady in the White House
Steven C. Vogel
Issue date: 10/19/05 Section: Opinion
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Our nation is constantly undergoing political, social and economic reform, as has been the case for many generations. With this constant flow of reform, one can only wonder how the role of women within American politics will continue to transform, taking into account that we are living in a testosterone driven society.
Since the early days of our nation, the male race has traditionally dominated the political spectrum at the local, state and national levels.
Although women have made great strides toward equality across the board, there is much growth to be seen within the political world.
When women are presented to the American people for election to a public office, there are often preconceptions regarding their leadership abilities and their capacity to govern the people of our nation.
In my opinion, many women within our nation would do a far better job at being "in control" at the local, state and federal political levels than a man.
All one needs to do is look to at our current governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, for proof of that.
Schwarzenegger has placed the Golden State further into debt, does not accurately represent the ideas of the people, and displays a level of leadership that lacks clear vision, and both intellectual and moral integrity.
Yet another prime example of the lack of leadership among the male race is former Secretary of Education William Bennett.
Bennett recently said the abortion of black children would decrease crime in America. When confronted about these statements, Bennett lacked the integrity necessary to admit to his error.
I often ask myself, what would our state and federal governments be like if a woman was in charge? Would our nation be in its current struggle over moral integrity and human rights (such as the current battle over gay marriage rights) if say, a woman were president?
I contend that our nation would be stronger if a woman were in control, regardless of the political party in which they represent.
Since the early days of our nation, the male race has traditionally dominated the political spectrum at the local, state and national levels.
Although women have made great strides toward equality across the board, there is much growth to be seen within the political world.
When women are presented to the American people for election to a public office, there are often preconceptions regarding their leadership abilities and their capacity to govern the people of our nation.
In my opinion, many women within our nation would do a far better job at being "in control" at the local, state and federal political levels than a man.
All one needs to do is look to at our current governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, for proof of that.
Schwarzenegger has placed the Golden State further into debt, does not accurately represent the ideas of the people, and displays a level of leadership that lacks clear vision, and both intellectual and moral integrity.
Yet another prime example of the lack of leadership among the male race is former Secretary of Education William Bennett.
Bennett recently said the abortion of black children would decrease crime in America. When confronted about these statements, Bennett lacked the integrity necessary to admit to his error.
I often ask myself, what would our state and federal governments be like if a woman was in charge? Would our nation be in its current struggle over moral integrity and human rights (such as the current battle over gay marriage rights) if say, a woman were president?
I contend that our nation would be stronger if a woman were in control, regardless of the political party in which they represent.