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In reply to the discussion: Hillary, DLC/Third Way, Neocons, PNAC, Etc. [View all]Beacool
(30,249 posts)There's no doubt that she has accomplished more than any other first lady in history, at least up to this point in time. Although some of it may have to do with the era in which she lives. An Abigail Adams or even an Eleanor Roosevelt would have been stymied by the times they lived in. Eleanor was despised enough in some sectors without even running for the Senate, let alone the presidency if that had been her wont. The first ladies that I admire are the ones who stood up for something and made their time in the WH count, going beyond what are considered traditional first lady pursuits. That's what attracted me to Hillary Clinton in the first place back in the 90s. Good, bad or indifferent, she took up causes that made many male politicians cringe.
Hillary may not be as progressive as some here wish her to be, but she has brains, experience, compassion and a self deprecating sense of humor. All qualities that are needed to tackle a job that, despite its power and privileges, is not for the faint of heart. She's also a very hard worker. Once she accepts a job she commits 100% to it. At meetings she likes people to contribute their opinion and does take them into consideration. She's no nonsense when it comes to work matters, but she's also the one to remember her staffers' family members and milestones. She's a tough boss because she demands excellence, but she's fair and praises easily for a job well done. That's why the people who were part of what is known as "Hillaryland" remained so many years by her side. On the other hand, as extroverted as Bill is, his staff changed on a regular basis.
I think that if Hillary does become president she would be a good one.