Go Save America from Trump ... Five top reasons why Hillary for the 45th
As you know by now (unless you’ve been under a rock for months…) former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is running for President.
She’s an extremely intelligent woman and is sure to make the race a lot more interesting, while also raising the quality of debates in the months to come. Still on the fence? Here are five great reasons to support a Clinton candidacy.
1. She’s Qualified
To say that Hillary Clinton is qualified is like saying that baconized grilled cheese is delicious. Here’s a list of her accomplishments that make us all look lazy:
She was elected Senior Class President of Wellesley College
Graduated with honors from Yale Law School before completing another year of graduate studies.
Worked on Presidential campaigns of Barry Goldwater (1964), George McGovern (1972), and Jimmy Carter (1976)
Took a “summer job” on Senator Walter Mondale’s committee for migrant workers in 1971
Chaired the Arkansas Educational Standards Committee while husband Bill Clinton was Governor
Co-founded the Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families
Named one of the 100 most powerful lawyers in America by the National Law Journal in 1988 AND 1991
8 Years as First Lady of the United States
Served as US Senator from New York
Served as US Secretary of State
To say that Hillary Clinton is qualified is like saying that baconized grilled cheese is delicious. Here’s a list of her accomplishments that make us all look lazy:
She was elected Senior Class President of Wellesley College
Graduated with honors from Yale Law School before completing another year of graduate studies.
Worked on Presidential campaigns of Barry Goldwater (1964), George McGovern (1972), and Jimmy Carter (1976)
Took a “summer job” on Senator Walter Mondale’s committee for migrant workers in 1971
Chaired the Arkansas Educational Standards Committee while husband Bill Clinton was Governor
Co-founded the Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families
Named one of the 100 most powerful lawyers in America by the National Law Journal in 1988 AND 1991
8 Years as First Lady of the United States
Served as US Senator from New York
Served as US Secretary of State
2. She’s Championed Some AMAZING Causes
One of Secretary Clinton’s greatest achievements is the Global Health Initiative (GHI), introduced in 2010. Designed to put a focus on maternal an infant health, the GHI has implemented strategy to improve medical facilities, reduce the spread of HIV, and lower infant and maternal mortality rates.
Beyond individual achievements, Clinton has made it her life’s mission to ensure the world knows one simple thing: that “human rights are women’s rights and women’s rights are human rights.” In every position she has held, the former First Lady has fought to bring women closer to equality. Bringing issues like women’s health, equal pay, and domestic violence to the forefront, she has never stopped making cracks in the glass ceiling.
3. Her Stance on the Issues
One of the most important reasons to vote for Hillary Clinton (or any candidate) is that her views line up with yours. If you agree with her on the subjects below, you may have just found your candidate. (click the links for more!)
She’s pro equal rights for LGBT Americans
She opposes using “religious freedom” to justify cutting access to healthcare and discrimination
She understands economic inequality – and wants to fix it
She thinks anti-vaxxers are stupid
She supports gun control
She knows the criminal justice system in this country is broken
She wants to fix Citizens United
She supports other women in the climb towards equality
She supports American Workers
She’s Pro-Choice
One of Secretary Clinton’s greatest achievements is the Global Health Initiative (GHI), introduced in 2010. Designed to put a focus on maternal an infant health, the GHI has implemented strategy to improve medical facilities, reduce the spread of HIV, and lower infant and maternal mortality rates.
Beyond individual achievements, Clinton has made it her life’s mission to ensure the world knows one simple thing: that “human rights are women’s rights and women’s rights are human rights.” In every position she has held, the former First Lady has fought to bring women closer to equality. Bringing issues like women’s health, equal pay, and domestic violence to the forefront, she has never stopped making cracks in the glass ceiling.
3. Her Stance on the Issues
One of the most important reasons to vote for Hillary Clinton (or any candidate) is that her views line up with yours. If you agree with her on the subjects below, you may have just found your candidate. (click the links for more!)
She’s pro equal rights for LGBT Americans
She opposes using “religious freedom” to justify cutting access to healthcare and discrimination
She understands economic inequality – and wants to fix it
She thinks anti-vaxxers are stupid
She supports gun control
She knows the criminal justice system in this country is broken
She wants to fix Citizens United
She supports other women in the climb towards equality
She supports American Workers
She’s Pro-Choice
4. First Gentleman Bill Clinton
The job of the first spouse is an important one. In addition to serving as a public face for the White House, the first spouse is expected to take an active role in social activism, and holds a significant advisory role. Who is better suited for this position than one of the most charismatic presidents our country has ever seen?
No matter where you fall on the political spectrum, you have to admit: that charm is hard to say “no” to.
The job of the first spouse is an important one. In addition to serving as a public face for the White House, the first spouse is expected to take an active role in social activism, and holds a significant advisory role. Who is better suited for this position than one of the most charismatic presidents our country has ever seen?
No matter where you fall on the political spectrum, you have to admit: that charm is hard to say “no” to.
5. It’s About Damn Time
When a woman takes up the mantle of “Leader of the Free World,” our nation will cross a line, never to return. I’m not saying that Hillary Clinton becoming president will magically create nationwide gender equality, because it won’t. But when we join the ranks of countries like Germany, Denmark, andChile by placing a woman as our Head of State, a new generation will grow up with an altered view of what a woman can do.
When women take on leadership roles, the way women are perceived and talked about changes. In just the last half-century, the way women are discussed in the media has changed dramatically. Because my generation grew up seeingwomen as senators and governors, (and creating laws that improve the lives of women) we perceive them in a different way than our grandparents. Unfortunately (for now), I can only imagine the discourse of a generation that grew up with a woman in the Oval Office.
Bonus: Her being President Means None of These Guys Will Be
If Hillary Clinton wins in 2016, that means:
– Ted Cruz will not be President
– Jeb Bush will not be President
– Scott Walker will not be President
– Rand Paul will not be President
– Chris Christie will not be President
– Donald Trump will not be President
– Sarah Palin will not be President
And some would say those are some pretty good reasons by themselves.
When a woman takes up the mantle of “Leader of the Free World,” our nation will cross a line, never to return. I’m not saying that Hillary Clinton becoming president will magically create nationwide gender equality, because it won’t. But when we join the ranks of countries like Germany, Denmark, andChile by placing a woman as our Head of State, a new generation will grow up with an altered view of what a woman can do.
When women take on leadership roles, the way women are perceived and talked about changes. In just the last half-century, the way women are discussed in the media has changed dramatically. Because my generation grew up seeingwomen as senators and governors, (and creating laws that improve the lives of women) we perceive them in a different way than our grandparents. Unfortunately (for now), I can only imagine the discourse of a generation that grew up with a woman in the Oval Office.
Bonus: Her being President Means None of These Guys Will Be
If Hillary Clinton wins in 2016, that means:
– Ted Cruz will not be President
– Jeb Bush will not be President
– Scott Walker will not be President
– Rand Paul will not be President
– Chris Christie will not be President
– Donald Trump will not be President
– Sarah Palin will not be President
And some would say those are some pretty good reasons by themselves.
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