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Tom Rinaldo

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10. THIS

Reply to NewJeffCT (Reply #9)

Mon Sep 17, 2018, 11:13 AM

Sep 2018

The paradox is that the transition to that nation that we seek requires repeated observation of the fact that is not simply a "normal" and neutral state of affairs that men occupy such a high percentage of the positions of power in our society.

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So I see that Morning Joe contributor Donny Deutsch just said (among other things) [View all] Tom Rinaldo Sep 2018 OP

I do not care for his wording Jarqui Sep 2018 #1

I get that. But my point is that when women gain power they do not exercise strong control Tom Rinaldo Sep 2018 #4

"when women gain power they do not exercise strong control ... Jarqui Sep 2018 #13

Strong leadership - yes. Strong Control, not exactly Tom Rinaldo Sep 2018 #14

In my opinion, Obama has been the best president of my 64 years. Jarqui Sep 2018 #16

Given the Job Men Have Done, are They Worried Women Will Mess Things Up? dlk Sep 2018 #2

That's kind of a bullshit way to look at it... Wounded Bear Sep 2018 #3

See my reply above Tom Rinaldo Sep 2018 #7

I'm hoping for a country NewJeffCT Sep 2018 #9

THIS Tom Rinaldo Sep 2018 #10

Better late than never! Zambero Sep 2018 #5

The time is WAY overdue for women and POC to take over the reigns of power. InAbLuEsTaTe Sep 2018 #6

Disgusting OP ! stonecutter357 Sep 2018 #8

I, for one, welcome the takeover by our strong Sisters and Mothers. (n/t) forgotmylogin Sep 2018 #11

Long time coming Power 2 the People Sep 2018 #12

Well, ok, as long as they're Democratic women. nt JustABozoOnThisBus Sep 2018 #15