A source of conflict for women everywhere is the pull between reproduction and production. Women worldwide have difficulty in balancing their dual roles as caregivers and providers.

There are no more excuses for leaving women out of the inner circles of power. Qualified women are everywhere. Women are ready for leadership; they just need to be identified and asked.

A small pay discrepancy between men's and women's salaries for the same job may seem inconsequential. But over the years, salary discrimination adds up to a significantly smaller pension.

'Power' is an explosive word, particularly when applied to women.

Babies are smart. They can tell the difference between a responsive face and a blank face, wiped clean of emotion.

Remember what Susan B. Anthony said? 'Failure is impossible.' Failure is possible if women don't vote.