Would having a female House Speaker decrease the chances of electing a female President?
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i dont think it will decrease Hillary's chances,,,, only among a few, who might feel, ok women got this, that should hold them off another 20 years,,,\n\nsoon, i believe , we will  have both a woman and a non-white  male president\n\nif for no other reason then people are getting sick and tired of what the white males are doing
983869
You bet.  This is why a woman president would be bad; we'd have a new war once a month.
915198
NO.\nThe Speaker of the United States House of Representatives is the presiding officer of the lower house of Congress, the House of Representatives. The current Speaker is Dennis Hastert, a Republican Congressman from Illinois, whose term will expire at the end of the 109th Congress on January 3, 2007. On November 16, Nancy Pelosi, the House Democratic leader, was nominated by her party to be Speaker of the House for the 110th Congress; she will then be the first woman to hold the office.  The office of Speaker was created by the Constitution of the United States. The Speaker is elected by the House of Representatives, and is its highest-ranking officer.  In the Presidential line of succession, the Speaker is second in the line, after the Vice President of the United States.  \n\nThe Majority Leader of the United States House of Representatives acts as the leader of the party that has a majority control of the seats in the house (currently at least 218 of the 435 seats). The Majority Leader works with the Speaker of the House and the Majority Whip to coordinate ideas and supporting votes for legislation.   Rep. Steny Hoyer was selected to be the next majority leader for the 110 Congress on November 16.  His term will start on January 3, 2007 as well.  Rep. John Boehner from Ohio is the current majority leader in the House.
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A male or female is fine as long as the female isn't Hillary Clinton
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We already had a woman president, Hillary. lol\nMickey Mouse could win the presidency next term on the Democratic ticket after these last few years with W.\nIf a woman becomes president, what do they call her husband? The first gentleman?\nIt's not a matter of "should a woman be president." It's not important that we elect a woman, so that we can finally say we did it. What needs to happen is to elect the most effective leader, whether it is a man or a woman. That's not so easy to do. Usually, instead of a leader, we get a politician. A politician is someone who cuts deals, trades influence, and always if it will benefit him or her. That makes politicians self-serving. A leader is someone who does the right thing for the country, whether it is good for him or her personally or not. We haven't had one of those in a long time. Harry Truman 60 years ago. Or maybe John Kennedy 45 years ago. \n\n\nThere are several women out there right now with the nads to be president. Many other nations have female heads of state so why no the U.S.? One way to look at it is being a good mother. To do this you have to be a good leader requiring strength, making tough decisions even if those you lead (your kids) hate you for a while, being flexible with what new information comes your way, and so forth. \nNot saying a president has to be a mom, just saying women have the ability and strength of character to do the job.\n\nThanks for a great question.
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that would be scary wouldnt it,wed have a pattern,bush,clinton,bush,clinton.i dont think shed win since all sorts of redneck ass people wouldnt think we should have a woman president(like they are with anyone not white)but id vote for her
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Most other industrialized nations have had or have women in presidential-like roles, so it wouldn't be a big deal. i too think it is time for a woman to be president, but not condeleeza (i'm bush as a woman) rice
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I'm sure there are many reasons for gender-limited institutions and policies. I'm not entirely sure what you mean by position and valence issues. unless you are talking about government-sponsored programs like health research, job placement, or educational opportunities, then I don't know what it would have to do with attracting voters.
219852
Gender wouldn't be a factor for me.  I would vote for the most qualified candidate regardless of gender.  I would never vote Hillary Clinton for president because she and I are at opposite ends of the political spectrum.  I could see voting for Condoleeza Rice because she is experienced, articulate and well qualified.
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I think a candidate should be chosen and a President elected based on his/her integrity and suitability (based on experience, commitment to community development etc) for the job, not gender, race etc.\n\nHaving said that, I personally think it's highly unlikely that we'll see a woman elected to this office in the next few decades. The fact of the matter is that breaking into the good ole boys club is hard enough as it is, without facing gender-biased stereotypes once you get to Capitol Hill.
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Probably not!  If a female came along that truly possessed the charisma, intelligence, political and diplomatic skills that most people look for in a candidate, she might stand a chance. But, let's face it folks, most guys will not vote for a female, and many women feel safer with a guy at the helm. If you are really honest with yourself, you would have to admit there in no good candidate on the horizon, and please, don't say Hillary.  \n\nHillary's biggest problem is the fact that she has surfaced much to early.  For her to maintain a high level of popularity for as long as she needs to, is almost impossible.  It has long been stated, that to rise too early in popularity when it comes to seeking office, is a political death knell for the average candidate.  By the time election time comes round, even the most die-hard liberal will be sick of hearing Hillary's name.\n\nIf a truly capable candidate surfaces in the meantime, I would sure like to know more about her, hell I might even vote for her.  In your dreams.
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I hope not There will be a women President some day soon But I hope It is not Clinton
479103
A woman won't be the next President of the United States, but I can assure you that there will be a female as President in the future.
639036
I think it will be a women president first  When we have black president she'll likely be a women. I think we're in for alot of women presidents.
478102
Yes i would, it's about time, we had some really smart lady in charge. \nFor one on the most advanced nations on earth, we are one of the few democracies that have never had a woman leader.\nMaybe the time has come at last.
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I concur with the sentiments of the other people who have answered.  As long and the woman is qualified and not Hillary Clinton, then the U.S. is ready for a woman president.  I wouldn't mind seeing Condoleeza Rice and president.
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In many countries women do get elected as president. In the USA, women are finally gaining the political power, experience, and visibility needed to take on the presidency. Someday soon we should have our first women president.