But why is it important for groups like Equal Voice to actively recruit women into the realm of public life? There’s a misconception that programs like Equal Voice are coddling. “There’s a special place in hell for women who don’t help other women,” Albright said on stage at a campaign event. Many women (this one included) believed Albright’s words betrayed not merely the feminist spirit but the spirit of democracy, too. In order to qualify, “you don’t have to be a young woman who has been involved in politics,” said Nancy Peckford, executive director of Equal Voice.

Source: thestar July 03, 2016 09:56 UTC