Government in Texas is ruled by the
white, 50 year old males whose interests are only those who benefit him. Women occupy
21% of the positions in government. You would think because we have fought so
hard to be heard and be treated as equals we would start taking more jobs in
government where we can make our voices be heard. One of the biggest issues in Texas
is most of the Texas government is governed by males. Even though the male
representatives and senators have been doing what they think is right they in
true do not really know what best is for own gender. While they establish laws
over us like we have no voice we in fact do. And we have to start using that
voice and stand up for our own beliefs and what we know is right for us even if
that is just a mere 21% that represent us. We as women might have a difference of
opinion on what kind of laws should be established but at the end we know
exactly what can benefit all of us. We need to start taking part in our
government, and we have to make sure they know we are still here and still
fighting for what benefits all of us. As a woman one day I would like to see
Texas government with at least half of the representatives as women. Women like
Wendy Davis who finally stood up and is fighting to be our voice. Wednesday, December 4, 2013
Power to the Women
Government in Texas is ruled by the
white, 50 year old males whose interests are only those who benefit him. Women occupy
21% of the positions in government. You would think because we have fought so
hard to be heard and be treated as equals we would start taking more jobs in
government where we can make our voices be heard. One of the biggest issues in Texas
is most of the Texas government is governed by males. Even though the male
representatives and senators have been doing what they think is right they in
true do not really know what best is for own gender. While they establish laws
over us like we have no voice we in fact do. And we have to start using that
voice and stand up for our own beliefs and what we know is right for us even if
that is just a mere 21% that represent us. We as women might have a difference of
opinion on what kind of laws should be established but at the end we know
exactly what can benefit all of us. We need to start taking part in our
government, and we have to make sure they know we are still here and still
fighting for what benefits all of us. As a woman one day I would like to see
Texas government with at least half of the representatives as women. Women like
Wendy Davis who finally stood up and is fighting to be our voice. 
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One of my colleagues, Ms. Trejo, recently wrote a blog titled, "Power to the Women." In the article, she brought up some interesting points about gender representaiton in our state government. She states that women currently occupy only a small percentage, 21% to be exact, of all state government positions. She argues that it is to be inconceivable how such a small percentage can represent such a large population of women. I think she brought up some great points and shed light on an issue that should demand progressive action. We have talked as a class about the stereotype of our government leaders: old, white, and rich. This profiling causes many to question whether these leaders can provide the appropriate representation of all citizens living in the area. I believe that it is impossible for them to fully appreciate and represent the stances of all the citizens, nor should we be able to expect them to. Like Ms. Trejo states, there should be progressive movement to offer a more balanced, representative staff of governmental leaders.
While Ms. Trejo did a great job of portraying the issue, I thought it could have used some data to justify her claims. Her main focus was on the lack of women in office, and how that provides poor representation for the voice of women citizens. I thought that was a great point. However, I wish she would have provided a few examples of laws or bills that demonstrate favoring a certain gender over another. Ms. Trejo states that these male figure heads don't know what is best for the opposite sex. This could very well be true, but I believe some applicable data could really emphasize her point. Overall, I thought she did a great job of portraying an issue that obviously resonates with her. She came across as very passionate about the issue, and I believe it is important for people to voice their opinion on something they feel strong about. I look forward to seeing progressive steps taken in regards to the issue.
When a blog has a title like "Power to the Women" I just have to reply to it. I agree 100% with what she is saying, and talking about. Ms. Trejo points out how the government in Texas is mostly ran by white males, and how we are not really as represented in our state because no only do we have different ideology than them, but we are not really being as payed attention to as Christians, or males. She did a good job sharing that "21% of the government is women" and that is just really sad, I believe. I feel like this just proves that even though we do have female representatives, they will most likely be ignored, and obviously outnumbered (unless they are Republican). Especially in women's health issues you can see the neglect women representatives face, and how outnumbered they are. You have white men making laws for women, and there is something really messed up in that.
Ms.Trejo did a really good job pointing out things like that, but she only sprinkled on it and could've had some actual examples (like the abortion bills, or birth control restrictions), to back up the misrepresentation of women done by the men in the industry. She could've also used credible sources, besides herself (even though she did make herself credible because you can tell she knew what she was talking about). Quoting the percentage of women in our government with a reliable source could've also given her some credibility. She could've shared the reason WHY she believes women are so badly represented and not as involved as men, and I feel like that would've made her post a bit better. Besides her lack of sources, I think she had a good argument that would've triggered an interesting debate.
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