Women Leaders Applaud Hillary’s Candidacy for President as ‘Historic,’ ‘Inspirational’

[sunonmars]

http://www.hillaryclinton.com/news/release/view/?id=5561

This is quite an impressive list. I'm happy to see this.

Prominent women leaders today released statements praising the historic and inspirational candidacy of Hillary Clinton.

Madeleine K. Albright, first woman Secretary of State
Hillary has been a leading voice conveying America's humanity and moral purpose around the world. As First Lady and Senator, Hillary visited more than 80 countries and met countless world leaders as a representative of America. Hillary is arguably the most visible and influential voice for women’s rights in the world; she is a beacon of hope for women at home and abroad.

Melody Drnach, Vice President for Action, NOW
"As I travel around the country talking with young women - it is exciting to hear through their words - optimism and dreams of opportunity - for themselves as they imagine seeing the first woman president in the U.S. And, as I knock on doors, I have been greeted by women in their 60s and 70s who tell me about the pride they feel seeing Senator Clinton leading in this historic campaign. This election is about the future and we see Senator Clinton as a leader who will continue to work tirelessly for equality for all."

Geraldine A. Ferraro, Former Democratic Vice Presidential candidate
"When Walter Mondale chose me in 1984 as his running mate for vice-president, the first woman to be nominated for that position by a major party, I knew it wouldn't be easy. But I also knew that someday, a qualified woman would step forward and make her case for the Presidency on her own merits. I am so proud to stand with Hillary as she makes history. Hillary shouldn't be elected simply because she's the first etc. Hillary shouldn’t be elected because she’s the first – but because she’s the most qualified and best prepared."

Lulu Flores, President of the National Women’s Political Caucus
"The National Women's Political Caucus is proud to be part of this symbolic and historic election that holds the real possibility of finally electing a woman as President of the United States. Our organization was founded on the principle of equal access to power for all women as well as to fight all forms of discrimination. "This election has invigorated our members throughout the country. We are so excited that we finally have the opportunity to shatter that last barrier for women -- the door to the Oval Office. We are proud that the best candidate for the job IS a woman and that we have the opportunity to make history in 2008 by electing Hillary Clinton as our commander in chief."

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[cali]

1. On this, you'll get no argument from me.

It is historic and to a lot of people it's inspirational.

[pampango]

2. Agreed. Both Clinton and Obama are intelligent, accomplished, and talented

individuals who should serve as sources of pride for those who identify with them. In addition both of them transcend limitations that others would place on them. They are a credit to our party.