Is it possible for committed feminist like myself to actively campaign for Obama? I remember the first time I heard Hilary speak, almost 20 years ago, so impressed by her, and wondering if I would ever live to see the day when she might become our president. Now that this is a distinct possibility, I am shocked to find myself where I presently am. I have to say it isn’t easy to abandon Hilary, who is smart, ready, and able to be president. I can’t help but respect her command of the issues when I see her in the debates. But, and this is a big BUT, as a feminist I am concerned for the future of our children, as well as for the planet if our broken system of corporate-domination of American politics is not radically changed.
As a long-time feminist activist and founder of two successful women’s organizations, I would love to see a woman president. But the very future of our nation, and Mother Earth, depend on bold leadership, buttressed by a massive movement for political change. Whoever, can galvanize such a movement has my vote, regardless of gender. The critical issues facing our nation today transcend identity politics, whether racial or gender-based.
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