“Ive lived and worked in developing countries so Im particularly intere...” — Katty Kay Quote

Ive lived and worked in developing countries so Im particularly interested in helping women in oppressive societies. Our problems can pale in comparison to theirs, the more we can do to empower them, the better off all women will be.

I think its important for women to recognize that its totally normal for us to feel nervous, particularly in situations in which were so often the only woman in the room.

It makes a good case that women in charge would mean fewer wars, a different management style and more embracing of other peoples views. But in the business and personal world, its not that women are better than men. Its that they bring different perspectives and skills.

Economists argue about the relative impact of immigrants versus robots on wage stagnation - voters don't care much. They blame immigrants. It's easier to get mad at a person from Macedonia or Mexico, taking your job than it is to get mad at a piece of technology from Silicon Valley.

You have to be committed to expand rights and opportunities for all women.

To be sure, not all women are looking for a partner.

My sister is not my mother, but more than anyone else, she fills that role for me now - like it or not. And indeed, all women I know play that role for somebody - like it or not.

I do look into the details, but I think all women are like that, they like to look into minute details, isn't it?

The six people who had the biggest impact on my life were all women. Had I been sexist, my life would have been far less fulfilling.