The Clintons have been shaping our politics for decades. But no one expected this.
Because Bill Clinton shocked all with a confession in the eleventh hour.
Former President Bill Clinton weighed in on the nation’s readiness for a female president during a recent interview, following Vice President Kamala Harris’ loss to President-elect Donald Trump.
Clinton suggested that while the country may not yet be ready, a Republican woman might stand a better chance of breaking the glass ceiling.
When asked by CBS’ Tracy Smith if the U.S. isn’t ready for a woman in the White House, Clinton replied:
“Maybe. I think in some ways we’ve moved to the right as a reaction to all the turmoil. And I think if Hillary had been nominated in 2008, she would’ve walked in, just like Obama did.”
The former president, who was promoting his new book Citizen, shared his thoughts on the cultural challenges women face in politics, particularly in today’s divisive climate.
Clinton acknowledged that ongoing cultural battles have made it harder for women to run, adding, “I think it would probably be easier for a conservative Republican woman to win,” citing Margaret Thatcher as an example.
Despite the hurdles, Clinton expressed optimism, stating, “I still think we’ll have a female president pretty soon.”
Clinton also discussed his decision to include a chapter about his infamous affair with Monica Lewinsky in his new book.
“Because I thought I needed to say something about it, and I wanted to be as helpful as I could to let her turn the page,” Clinton said.
“I think she should be given a chance to build a life that is about her and the future, and not, you know, being whiplashed into an old story.”
In Citizen, Clinton reflects on the impact of the Lewinsky scandal, writing, “I live with it all the time.”
He also praised Lewinsky’s work on anti-bullying initiatives, writing, “I wish her nothing but the best.”
Throughout Harris’ campaign, Clinton was a visible supporter, appearing alongside President Biden to rally voters in the final stretch.
However, the former president didn’t hold back his disdain for Trump’s return to power, calling the prospect of another Trump presidency a “travesty.”
Just like Obama swept in as the first black president for the Democrats, could a conservative woman be the next big thing after Trump?
Stay tuned to the DC Daily Journal.
