Know Your Enemy Women vs. The System (w/ Dorothy Fortenberry)
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Dec 27, 2024 Dorothy Fortenberry, a talented screenwriter known for her work on 'The Handmaid's Tale', joins to discuss the unique challenges women face in political campaigns. She explores how gender shapes perceptions and experiences of female candidates, especially as outsiders in a male-dominated system. The conversation touches on societal dynamics behind the pursuit of pleasure and success, and critiques the normalization of misogyny in politics. Fortenberry's insights highlight the complexities of navigating gender and authority in today's political landscape.
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Women and Anti-Establishment Politics
- Women struggle to run as anti-establishment candidates because they're seen as rule-followers.
- This image clashes with the outsider persona voters often prefer.
Alternative Paths for Women in Politics
- In other countries, successful women politicians are often either conservative or related to male politicians.
- These paths are less available in the U.S., hindering women's political rise.
Sarah Palin's Rise and Fall
- Sarah Palin was initially successful due to her persona as a tough hockey mom.
- However, her lack of knowledge and perceived PC-ness ultimately hurt her.
