The topic of being a feminist and Hillary Clinton has come up quite a bit across many websites that I read and I have been meaning to address my feelings on the topic for quite some time now.
Are people counting on the population of feminists to secure Hillary’s standing in the presidential election? Are people counting on the population of women as a whole to secure Hillary’s standing? I think some are, but in a way I feel that that specific way of thinking is doing nothing but addressing women as nothing but sheep who believe that just because a woman is looking to find her way into the white house that other women will help her get there. I do not believe that by being a woman, or by being a feminist, that I am trumped to vote for Hillary no matter what just because she’s a woman.
This argument also reaches to Obama. Are black people voting for Obama just because he’s “one of them?” When putting it that way, of course it sounds racist, but by believing women will vote for a woman candidate based purely on reproductive organs, it is treating that situation the exact same way if people were to come right out and say “Well the only reason you’re voting for Obama is because you’re also black.” Or the same goes for McCain with “You’re only voting for McCain because he’s an old, white man and you also happen to be an old, white man.”
What ever happened to voting for a candidate based purely on how they stand on issues you feel strongly about? If Hillary was pro-life, would women still feel the need to vote for her based solely on her gender? I sure as hell hope not.
Some feminists believe that by not voting for Hillary, you are being a bad feminist and to me, this sounds a bit out of line. Sure, a woman president is good for history and on the same line, an African American president is also good for history, but does that really play a part in who would do the best job in office? Feminism is a movement that is based on equality and being granted the same rights and freedoms that men have, so by voting for a woman candidate just because she’s a woman, aren’t we taking a step in the wrong direction? Are we saying to hell with the men candidates just because there is a woman running for president? Isn’t that a bit sexist?
I am a firm believer that when it comes to voting someone into office, we must look closely at what their mission is and how they stand on issues that I care a great deal about. I believe that we must vote for the person whom we can agree with the most and who has our same ideals. I believe that who I vote for can be a man or a woman, as long as I can agree with what they are saying.
Our primary here will take place in April and when I vote, I will not be voting for Hillary. I do not believe that I am being a bad feminist or a bad woman by not voting for her, I simply do not believe that she will do the best job in office. By voting for someone who I believe would do the best job as president and who stands firmly on issues that I care about is what makes me a good feminist, it is what makes me a good woman and most importantly, it makes me a good citizen.
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I know it sounds wacky, but I prefer to vote on the issues. I KNOW RIGHT!!
Also, there are a few photos of Hillary Clinton where I think she looks absolutely beautiful. That is def one of them.
I know it sounds wacky, but I prefer to vote on the issues. I KNOW RIGHT!!
Also, there are a few photos of Hillary Clinton where I think she looks absolutely beautiful. That is def one of them.
As a familiar feminist Hillary Clinton has the right for elections. It doesn’t matter that she is a woman. All that has to be seen is whether she is capable for election or not. But i think theres no harm in voting for her.
As a familiar feminist Hillary Clinton has the right for elections. It doesn’t matter that she is a woman. All that has to be seen is whether she is capable for election or not. But i think theres no harm in voting for her.
I vote for individuals based on their capabilities, regardless if they are women or not. I go for people who have absolute knowledge on the job at hand.
I vote for individuals based on their capabilities, regardless if they are women or not. I go for people who have absolute knowledge on the job at hand.
a friend of mine and i talked about this. we agreed that she has to much baggage with bill but she could possibly be good. but he made the arguement of “that time of the month” and her taking out a country or two at which point i just walked away and tried not to die laughing.
a friend of mine and i talked about this. we agreed that she has to much baggage with bill but she could possibly be good. but he made the arguement of “that time of the month” and her taking out a country or two at which point i just walked away and tried not to die laughing.
Wow, Allen has said the same, exact thing on several occasions!
Wow, Allen has said the same, exact thing on several occasions!
I think I would vote for Hilary just because she’s a woman, if I weren’t already hypnotized by Obama’s charisma.
I think I would vote for Hilary just because she’s a woman, if I weren’t already hypnotized by Obama’s charisma.
I’ve said more than once that voting for a woman just because she’s a woman is as wrong as voting against a woman just because she’s a woman. The same thing goes for race, ethnicity, sexual orientation or other such status. Candidates should be selected for their qualifications and platform, not personal characteristics.
I’ve said more than once that voting for a woman just because she’s a woman is as wrong as voting against a woman just because she’s a woman. The same thing goes for race, ethnicity, sexual orientation or other such status. Candidates should be selected for their qualifications and platform, not personal characteristics.
With regard to blacks, I don’t think they are voting for Obama solely because he is black. Most blacks, are Liberals and vote 90% Democrat in national elections.
If Obama were a staunch conservative and running as a Republican, I doubt he would get 90% of the black vote.
Is there some identity politics going on with respect to the black vote and Obama? Sure, but I don’t think it is the main factor.
With regard to blacks, I don’t think they are voting for Obama solely because he is black. Most blacks, are Liberals and vote 90% Democrat in national elections.
If Obama were a staunch conservative and running as a Republican, I doubt he would get 90% of the black vote.
Is there some identity politics going on with respect to the black vote and Obama? Sure, but I don’t think it is the main factor.
I guess, it’s not an issue whether a woman or man, black or white the leader should be. What’s important is you have to evaluate the capacity, what he/she can do for the country.
I guess, it’s not an issue whether a woman or man, black or white the leader should be. What’s important is you have to evaluate the capacity, what he/she can do for the country.
That is one of the best photos I’ve seen of Hillary. I agree with your views 100%, voting on the issues is more important than anything else! Unfortunately, not many do it.
That is one of the best photos I’ve seen of Hillary. I agree with your views 100%, voting on the issues is more important than anything else! Unfortunately, not many do it.
Voting for a candidate should be based upon their capabilities and experience and what they can do for this country.
Sal
Voting for a candidate should be based upon their capabilities and experience and what they can do for this country.
Sal
At the Texas Caucuses the room was starkly divided – African Americans for Barrack Obama.
I thought, “at least they understand their own bests interests.”
Yeah women, feminists especially, shouldn’t vote for Hillary because she’s a woman . . .I mean it’s only 43 white old men to ZERO.
This argument would be great had women got behind a woman candidate even ONE SINGLE TIME.
But, I guess being REPRESENTED was just a passing phase in American feminism. Turns out we don’t need it as much as we thought.
Maybe you should vote for a woman because YOU are a woman and your DAUGHTER is a GIRL.
Maybe you should vote for this woman because she’s the most qualified candidate.
http://traceesioux.blogspot.com/2007/01/shut-up...
I don’t see any reason why women would vote for a woman just because she is a woman. Maybe some women will do this just because she is a woman, but not many enough to make a difference.
I am pretty sure a dog or a cute kitten will be the perfect candidate in this case 
I know I wouldn’t vote for a guy just because he is a guy
At the Texas Caucuses the room was starkly divided – African Americans for Barrack Obama.
I thought, “at least they understand their own bests interests.”
Yeah women, feminists especially, shouldn’t vote for Hillary because she’s a woman . . .I mean it’s only 43 white old men to ZERO.
This argument would be great had women got behind a woman candidate even ONE SINGLE TIME.
But, I guess being REPRESENTED was just a passing phase in American feminism. Turns out we don’t need it as much as we thought.
Maybe you should vote for a woman because YOU are a woman and your DAUGHTER is a GIRL.
Maybe you should vote for this woman because she’s the most qualified candidate.
http://traceesioux.blogspot.com/2007/01/shut-up-john-mayer-stop-waiting-for.html
I don’t see any reason why women would vote for a woman just because she is a woman. Maybe some women will do this just because she is a woman, but not many enough to make a difference.
I am pretty sure a dog or a cute kitten will be the perfect candidate in this case 
I know I wouldn’t vote for a guy just because he is a guy
Has anyone bothered looking into her senate voting record? I will vote for Hillary because she has consistently voted favorably on issues affecting women and children.
@Tracee — really liked your comments! And it’s not like there is any doubt of Hillary’s capabilities — she’s an extremely smart and capable woman.
A Woman’s Place is in the House…The White House!
Has anyone bothered looking into her senate voting record? I will vote for Hillary because she has consistently voted favorably on issues affecting women and children.
@Tracee — really liked your comments! And it’s not like there is any doubt of Hillary’s capabilities — she’s an extremely smart and capable woman.
A Woman’s Place is in the House…The White House!
We missed a hell of a chance to fix this country. She could have done it.
but hey all you women were too busy being politically correct to vote for her so what the heck no prob. and it doesn’t matter that she’s smarter than both the other candidates combined or her history shows helping the underdog we can’t risk being nonpc
We missed a hell of a chance to fix this country. She could have done it.
but hey all you women were too busy being politically correct to vote for her so what the heck no prob. and it doesn’t matter that she’s smarter than both the other candidates combined or her history shows helping the underdog we can’t risk being nonpc
I find WOMEN at the fore frontiers in every fields, who compete men at ever stage. From the past updated trends I have notice WOMEN do much hardwork and much good results than ever man have done. This is the same case with Hillary. feminists especially, shouldn't vote for Hillary because she's a woman . . .I mean it's only 43 white old men to ZERO. But with a present need is considered…..so to say any thing against time would not be right.
But now today Aug 30th, 2008 as McCain have been at front what can be said ? Do time have favored or the age and experience to play politics.! Can't say? BUT Trust The time do right! !!!
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This is all interesting to read after the election.
I Hope Hillary become a good Foreign Minister of the United States
I Hope Hillary become a good Foreign Minister of the United States
I agree, you should vote for the person that you feel can do the best job, and is aligned with what you believe in most. Whether that be woman or a man, I don't think you should vote just because of a person's sex.