Hillary Clinton turns 68 today. Hillary, a Democrat, feminist and all round badass woman, has long been tipped for Presidential success, and there's already a huge buzz around her campaign. In her longstanding political career, she's proven herself fierce. Whether she's battling scrunchie-based sexism or debating US foreign policy, Hillary is a true political powerhouse.
And now she could be the first ever female US President. That's not only revolutionary for America, but for the rest of the world too. For a woman to hold the highest position in one of the world's most powerful countries could have seriously positive repercussions for women everywhere - and for future generations to come.
If you weren't already convinced, here's 10 of Hillary's best quotes about women...
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If I want to knock a story off the front page, I just change my hairstyle.
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There cannot be true democracy unless women’s voices are heard. There cannot be true democracy unless women are given the opportunity to take responsibility for their own lives. There cannot be true democracy unless all citizens are able to participate fully in the lives of their country.
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Human rights are women’s rights, and women’s rights are human rights. Let us not forget that among those rights are the right to speak freely — and the right to be heard.
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Too many women in too many countries speak the same language — of silence.
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Like it or not, women are always subject to criticism if they show too much feeling in public
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We need to understand that there is no formula for how women should lead their lives. That is why we must respect the choices that each woman makes for herself and her family. Every woman deserves the chance to realize her God-given potential.
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Whether I am meant to or not, I challenge assumptions about women. I do make some people uncomfortable, which I’m well aware of, but that’s just part of coming to grips with what I believe is still one of the most important pieces of unfinished business in human history — empowering women to be able to stand up for themselves.
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To LGBT men and women worldwide, let me say this: wherever you live and whatever the circumstances of your life, whether you are connected to a network of support or feel isolated and vulnerable, please know that you are not alone.
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You want me to tell you what my husband thinks? My husband is not secretary of state; I am. If you want my opinion, I will tell you my opinion. I am not going to be channeling my husband.
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In too many instances, the march to globalization has also meant the marginalization of women and girls. And that must change.
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