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Chris of A New Life After Cancer reminded me that it’s International Women’s Day (IWD), which is not typically on our radar (or our calendars) in the US.
With the resurgence of full blown patriarchy on steroids here, it’s probably a good year to remember to mark IWD!
I’ll start with Boston Mayor Michelle Wu who did a great job defending our city in front of the bullies in Congress this week. She was forced to travel to DC to testify in front of hostile MAGA legislators just 7 weeks after giving birth and many found her calm, brave strength inspiring.
Thank you Mayor Wu—a strong and fearless millennial.
Who inspires you this International Women’s Day?
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Our own governor Janet Mills, who bravely stood up to the orange cheeto a week or so ago when he singled her out at a meeting of governors.
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Oh good one! I saw that too! “We’re going to follow the laws” was a great response.
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Yes, so proud of her.
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Oh, I’m glad you mentioned Michelle Wu. Her takedown of Congressman Gosar was classic! As far as strong women, I’ve been thinking a lot lately about one of my first bosses. She was smart and tough and did not suffer fools lightly. Kind of like Wu … if you were going to ask stupid questions or call out her team for silly things, she was going to turn the spotlight back on you!!!
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Here’s to your first boss Brian 🥂thanks for sharing!
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