

Campaign Throwback: 'Soccer Moms'
May 15, 2024
Exploring the impact of 'soccer moms' in the 1996 presidential campaign, challenges gender assumptions about women's political preferences, and the shift towards social welfare issues. Discusses the evolution of women's role in politics, the influence of suburban women, and the complex motivations of swing voters, especially regarding women's issues like Roe v. Wade.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Unpacking the Influence of 'Soccer Moms' in Politics
02:17 • 13min
Evolution of the 'Soccer Mom' in American Politics
15:05 • 4min
Suburban Women's Political Influence
19:01 • 6min
The Complex Motivations of Swing Voters, with a Focus on Women's Issues
24:44 • 3min