Do not underestimate me. I believe that as a woman, a progressive, and a Minnesotan, I have a lot to contribute and I am so ready to do that work.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes self-confidence and the readiness to contribute to societal progress, particularly as a woman.
Tina Smith's quote highlights the importance of recognizing one's own potential and the valuable contributions that individuals, especially women, can make to society. By asserting her identity as a woman, progressive, and Minnesotan, she expresses a sense of empowerment and readiness to engage in meaningful work that drives change and promotes inclusivity.
In practice
In a women's leadership conference to inspire participation.
I don't have a horror story to share like the ones we have heard from so many women in the #MeToo movement... But when you really listen to women, you begin to understand the million little ways in which all women are made less and denied the opportunity to contribute to their communities and their country.
Stay diagnostic even as you take action.
It makes him contemptible to be considered fickle, frivolous, effeminate, mean-spirited, irresolute, from all of which a prince should guard himself as from a rock; and he should endeavour to show in his actions greatness, courage, gravity, and fortitude; and in his private dealings with his subjects let him show that his judgments are irrevocable, and maintain himself in such reputation that no one can hope either to deceive him or to get round him.
Coaches have to watch for what they don't want to see and listen to what they don't want to hear.
We are about creating a new wave of talent. We are the Manchester United of kitchens now. Am I playing full-time in the kitchen? I am a player-coach.
Being president isn't anything like reality TV. It's not about sending insulting tweets or making fiery speeches; it's about whether or not the candidate can handle the awesome responsibility of leading this country.
As a former prosecutor, I understand the importance of holding powerful people accountable.
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