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US political debate over female-led global governance
Overview
Former President Barack Obama sparked debate following remarks at Salem State University regarding global governance. During a conversation with historian Doris Kearns Goodwin, Obama suggested that global governance would see “significant improvement” if women were in charge of every government for a two-year period, stating, “I have a strong belief that things — they wouldn't be perfect — but they'd be better.”
President Donald Trump dismissed the suggestion, characterizing the idea as “ridiculous,” while noting his own appreciation for women. The Trump administration pointed to the presence of women in high-level roles, such as White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, in response to the discussion.
Entities
Salem State University · Barack Obama · Susie Wiles · Doris Kearns Goodwin · Donald Trump
Timeline
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[POLITICS] 2 sourcesDonald Trump rejects Barack Obama's vision of female-led global governance
Donald Trump dismissed Barack Obama’s suggestion that global governance would improve if women held power for two years, calling the former president's idea “ridiculous.”
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[POLITICS] 8 sourcesBarack Obama suggests women in leadership would improve global governance
Barack Obama drew criticism after suggesting that global governments would be better if women held power for two years during a talk at Salem State University.
Sources
americanfaith.com · freerepublic.com · ibtimes.co.uk · me.mashable.com · notthebee.com · okmagazine.com · punchng.com · thebeltwayreport.com · theblaze.com · theglittersonline.com.ng