What a Woman in the White House Could Mean for Us

Women at Work

How would having a woman in the most powerful position in the United States affect how Americans perceive women as leaders? What changes have resulted from this type of representation in other countries, like Pakistan, Brazil, and New Zealand?

Political scientist Farida Jalalzai and organizational psychologist Laura Morgan Roberts unpack the symbolic and practical effects of having a woman in a top leadership position. They explore how Kamala Harris’s potential presidency could challenge and shift our notions of leadership and change the way that women understand what’s possible for themselves. They also dive into the realities Harris might face if elected—like juggling high expectations and navigating the complexities of representation.

Guests:

Farida Jalalzai is a political scientist and professor at Virginia Tech.

Laura Morgan Roberts is an organizational psychologist and professor at the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business.

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