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Big Girls Don't Cry
The Election that Changed Everything for American Women
Book • 2010
Big Girls Don't Cry is a detailed account of the 2008 presidential election, highlighting the roles and experiences of women such as Hillary Clinton, Sarah Palin, Michelle Obama, and Elizabeth Edwards.
The book, written by Rebecca Traister, explores how the election marked a significant moment in American history for women's participation in politics.
Traister discusses the misogynistic reactions to Clinton's campaign, the media's portrayal of these women, and the broader implications for feminism and gender politics.
The book also includes Traister's personal experiences and transformations during the election campaign, offering a nuanced look at how the election shaped and was shaped by gender issues.
The book, written by Rebecca Traister, explores how the election marked a significant moment in American history for women's participation in politics.
Traister discusses the misogynistic reactions to Clinton's campaign, the media's portrayal of these women, and the broader implications for feminism and gender politics.
The book also includes Traister's personal experiences and transformations during the election campaign, offering a nuanced look at how the election shaped and was shaped by gender issues.
