Ep 4. Hillary's "Woman Card"; Millennial Voters; #MoreThanMean
- April 29, 2016
On season 25 episode 4 of To the Contrary, the panel discusses various topics related to women and politics. The first segment of the show focuses on the controversy surrounding Hillary Clinton's use of the phrase "woman card" during the 2016 election. The panel debates whether Clinton's use of the phrase was empowering or detracting from her message. They also address the sexism that Clinton faced during the election and how it has affected women's participation in politics.
Next, the show turns to the topic of millennial voters. The panel examines why millennials have been less likely to vote in recent elections and whether this is a problem for the future of democracy. They also discuss how campaigns can better engage with young voters and what issues are most important to this demographic.
Finally, the panel discusses the #MoreThanMean campaign, which seeks to combat online harassment of women in sports media. The campaign gained attention after a video was released showing men reading mean tweets to women reporters. The panel discusses the impact of online harassment on women's participation in sports media and what can be done to address this issue.
Throughout the episode, the panelists offer nuanced and thoughtful perspectives on the challenges facing women in politics and society more broadly. They draw on their own experiences and expertise to offer insights and recommendations for how we can build a more equitable future.
