When you think of Hillary Clinton, you probably don’t conjure up images of a pop star, a movie star, a congresswoman, or even a former presidential candidate. Instead, you probably imagine a former secretary of state and an ex-senator, two of the most powerful women in American politics. You might also think of a woman who has been a political animal, starting with her first race as a lawyer in a South Carolina law firm.
The Making of a Politician
When former Arkansas Gov. Bill Clinton decided to run for president in 1992, he knew exactly who he wanted to see in the race: his wife, Hillary Rodham. However, the Clintons didn’t meet until the primaries were well underway. At first, Hillary Clinton was hesitant to endorse her husband, finishing second in the polls. But when he won the nomination, she immediately stepped into the breach to become the first woman to lead a major party’s ticket.
The Glorious Burden of Being a Politician
When women have become more vocal about their desire for greater pay equality, the political landscape has been slow to catch up. While the number of female lawmakers has grown by more than half over the past decade, the number of female candidates for office has been almost equally impressive — increasing by more than three-quarters over the same period.
The Giving Back Promise of Being a Politician
The first time Hillary Clinton ran for office, in the summer of 1975, she promised that if she were elected president, she would give back “all of the money she has received from special interests, from individuals, and political action committees.” That year, she made a failed bid for the Democratic nomination in the Maryland gubernatorial race, and she was the first major-party candidate to disavow lobbyist donations.
What Makes Hillary Clinton Different from Other Politicians?
People often ask why Hillary Clinton is running for president. After all, she’s a former secretary of state, a senator from New York, and a former Democratic presidential candidate. But various aspects set her apart from other politicians. The Most Important Difference: Hillary knows what it’s like to be on the short end of the stick. Politicians and public officials generally don’t. They’re too busy trying to get ahead, get rich, or be assertive. The Glorious Burden of Being a Politician: Hillary Clinton has spent her entire life fighting for what she believes in.
Where Does She Fit in the Political Machine?
Hillary Clinton’s triumph in the 2008 Democratic primaries has made her a rising star in the Democratic Party. But as a prominent and successful Democratic fundraiser, she’s a perfect fit for the increasingly liberal wing of the party. In her new book, What Happened, Hillary Clinton has laid out what happened in 2016. The result is a chronicle of one woman’s fight to win. In a year of surprising upsets and shocking results, it’s easy to forget that behind the scenes, Hillary Clinton is still very much in the running to be the next president of the United States.
Conclusion
In modern politics, the word “legitimacy” is critical. It refers to the authority that someone has to rule over other people and things. Hillary Clinton has proven herself to be one of the most legitimate candidates. She has a plan to create jobs, raise wages, and expand educational opportunities for all Americans.
