equality of values

We discussed in class that feminists do not necessarily think that traits associated with females is different than traits associated males, but rather that the international system would work better if both male and females traits were employed in decision making. This is an interesting point because it is less focused on women and more focused on gender. There is nothing wrong with the fact that Hillary Clinton chooses to project a masculine image and policy if that is what she believes is the most effective way to lead. If she is only acting more masculine because it is the only way to get elected and function in the United States government and international system then there is more of a problem. The way that certain values are associated with masculinity could make it harder to shift toward leading through the implementation of values more associated with femininity. It would be easy for competitors to attack the candidate as weak, but at the same time if more traditionally feminine values proved an effective way to rule and keep a state secure, then other leaders would be willing to use these values, as well.