A Different Look at the Approach of Being President

The author’s of Women and Elective Office and Silent Covenants: Brown v. Board of Education and the Unfulfilled Hopes for Racial Reform attempt to show the struggles toward inequality for both black ethnics in the public education sector and women pursuing a career in U.S. politics. Sue Thomas and Clyde Wilcox, the authors of Women and Elective Office exemplify some of today’s latest research surrounding women officeholders in the United States. Throughout the book, they transition from the history of women’s roles in American politics, to their current status, and to the future for women in politics. Women have broken a lot of barriers with regards to attaining important political roles in government office, however still have a while to

When one reflects upon the various characteristics of all the previous presidents in the history of America, one trait has remained unchanged: they have all been male. In well over 200 years and 57 presidential elections, the United States has never elected a woman as president. Still more telling, a woman has never even been nominated to run for president at the top of the ticket of a major national political party in the U.S., and only two, Geraldine Ferraro and Sarah Palin, have been selected for the number two slot. Nevertheless, women have been running for the nation’s highest office even before they earned the right to vote in 1920 with the passage of the 19th Amendment. In 1872 Victoria Claflin Woodhull became the first woman to

The political effect of women in politics cannot be felt with a great magnitude in America. This is because; during this period most women participated in religious, social, economic as well as political activism rather than focusing on occupying real political seats. During 1500-2000 women participated in religious, human rights, education, antislavery, and social reform leadership and activism (Bonnie, 565). Nevertheless, in the 20th century, American women were seen to be more vibrant in politics among them Hillary Clinton who has been

“To succeed we must believe that we can.” - By Nikos Kazantzakis. This quote has truly carried meaningful inspiration for men and women in the world today. The success of one person can lead them to what they want to pursue in life, and it may happen to be becoming the president of the United States. From the first presidency of George Washington, in 1789, and through all the presidencies until today, has only had one thing in common; they all are males. Nonetheless, a woman will eventually become president. Soon, a woman will become president because the twenty first century allows more opportunities for jobs for women, more women are encouraged to be bold as the modern society begins to grow, and many women are just as capable as men in

Many women have faced difficult paths to get elected into office whether they are Hispanic, African American, or White. Even if they had all the qualities or they were overqualified they failed based on their gender, race, or lack of confidence in themselves.

Equality for women has been an ongoing debate for years. Most people recognize the inequality for women in areas besides the business world. However, women in politics is one of the most well-known topics. Until a few years ago, the thought of having a woman as president was absurd. It wasn’t until the 2008 election that the idea of a woman for president would change drastically. Both Sarah Palin and Hilary Clinton decided to run in the 2008 presidential election. Although neither of the two were elected, they both still made a dramatic impact on the views of women in politics. Michelle Bernard states that the 2008 election was a breakthrough for women in general. However, Marie Cocco disagrees, stating that the loss was a major disappointment for women. Although both authors feel strongly about their

Looking back to high school American history class, one can open the textbook to the reference section and gaze at the page listing all the previous presidents that served: George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Franklin Roosevelt, Barack Obama, etc. The one thing that all the former presidents have in common is that they are all men. Never in the 200-plus years of American history has a woman served as President of the United States. However, according to Article II, Section 1 of the United States Constitution, “No Person except a natural born Citizen, or a Citizen of the United States, at the time of the Adoption of this Constitution, shall be

America currently seems unready to be led by a woman of non-dynastic origin. Like ancient Egyptian society, men and women in contemporary America are legal equals, but this equality has not yet really filtered into the uppermost level of power.

Women were not role players in the national government until 1917, but over nearly the past century, the impact women have had on Washington’s politics has begun to unfold into the current role women play in the US government today. Before 1917, no woman had ever been elected to serve and represent their state in Washington, D.C., although many had tried. In 1917, we saw our first congresswoman on the national stage, and throughout the year’s woman have played many roles in government. These roles include service in the House of Representatives, the Senate, many presidents’ cabinets, and other vital roles in our government. Many women have tried and some have come close, but, no woman has ever been able to grab the most illustrious role, the President of the United States. For that matter, no woman has been elected Vice President of the United States. Women will continue to try until they prevail and are chosen to serve as the President of the United States.

As we prepare to enter the year of 2016, our nation faces many challenges. From issues of terrorism to environmental degradation, our country is in deep trouble. As we approach the 2016 election season, I decided it would be a good idea to scope out the candidates. From what I have read, Hilary Clinton is gaining a lot of support from the women of our nation. Women everywhere are claiming that our country is ready for a female president; and I couldn’t agree more. Our country could benefit from a strong female leader. Which is why I will be giving my vote to Marissa Elizardo.

Throughout history women have been ignored and unrecognized for most of their work. But this year we have a choice to vote for someone from marginal group. The American people have a chance to elect a female president who is more than qualified. She is known for her “support of women empowerment”. Democratic party frontrunner Hillary Clinton has shown a tremendous amount of success before and during her time in office as Secretary Of State. This female candidate has done more to support marginal groups. She is known for her famous speech in China for women, and was Senator of New York during the tragic 911 attack. She also played a major role in the killing of Osama Bin Laden, was a former First Lady, and currently serves as the Secretary of state. “ President Obama said his former secretary of state is a better qualified candidate than even he or her husband, former President Bill Clinton, had been when they sought office” (CNN.com). She has traveled all around the world. Whether it is to helping to improve female education and young girls like in China, South Africa, Algeria or Egypt or signing treaties with Iran. Likewise, she’s always working to help pass abortion laws and Gay rights in the

Women can bring great, new ideas to the table. Now that more women are able to go to college for a higher education, men should start to realize that we are, and have been, capable of choosing who we think is best fit to be our president. In fact, about forty percent of college students are women. And still, these men don't acknowledge the fact that we are ready to participate.

The people in America seems to be way too scared to have a woman in the office whom is a part of making the laws in America. The white men will feel as if the woman will neglect the rights of men. The white men feel that a woman will not do her job correctly and that they need a man’s man, which they have not seen since Reagan’s years. They white American men do not think that women also need a “woman’s woman”, which they never have had before. Young girls need a woman as a president so they can look up to

First of all, she is qualified for the job. Actually, Clinton is better qualified than any other Presidential candidate. She has served as Senator and Secretary of State. Her time as first lady gives her insight into how the White House really works. She is clever, devoted, realistic, and has run for President

According to Hillary, she once said , “I feel very lucky because of my parents and then my education, the opportunities that I’ve had, so I would like to continue working to improve lives for others.” Referring back to that I consider Hillary would make an exceptional president for the certainty that she has political experience and also an immense amount of respect for us as the people around her whether we are supporters of her or not.