There is so much to dislike about this 2024 Presidential election cycle: attack ads, disinformation, offensive language, and the outrageous amounts of money spent by both parties.
But what I am finding even more disturbing and distasteful is voters, both men and women, questioning whether Kamala Harris is Presidential material because she is a woman. History doesn't support that outdated, discriminatory bias. Women have stepped up during times of national crisis and measured up to lead their countries to triumph. Whether you like their policies or not Indira Gandhi of India, Golda Meir of Israel and Maragret Thatcher of Great Britain met political challenges with success and were reelected. Prime Ministers Meir and Thatcher served during times of war. Both were successful. The question voters should be asking of any Presidential candidate is not what their sex is but are they honest, smart, knowledgeable and competent.
Polly Weber
Northwest side
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