"This nation is really ready for a woman president. It's taken time, but we're ready."

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Source: Ellen Meloy (2008). “The Anthropology of Turquoise: Reflections on Desert, Sea, Stone, and Sky”, p.289, Vintage

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Ellen Malcolm

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Ellen Malcolm is a prominent political activist and founder of EMILY's List, known for her work in advancing women's political participation.

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