What female leader do you look up to?
J.K. Rowling
While not a world leader, she certainly shaped my childhood for the better. No one has transformed the modern literary landscape more. For that I’m truly grateful.
— Brandon
Oprah
She rose through the cutthroat media world swiftly and fiercely. Oprah is a role model for any young female storyteller.
— Haileyx
The Notorious RBG
Not only is Ruth Bader Ginsburg a social justice warrior and fashion icon, she’s a damn American treasure. She constantly fights for what is right no matter the cost, providing a voice to those who are often silenced — plus, she looks fantastic doing it.
— Olivia
Angela Merkel
From our side of the pond, it seems like another European country devolves into turmoil ever other week. Merkel’s steady administration of Germany over the past decade is nothing short of remarkable.
— Jonah
Nancy Pelosi
Leading a political party is not easy. Leading a party that will combat one of the most polarizing figures in American history is even harder.
— Kyle
Ellen
No one else is capable of being such a beacon of positivity to all. Plus, she has a funny show.
— Max
Nikki Haley
Our former U.S. ambassador to the U.N. has been one of the strongest defenders of freedom in the world. She’s also a tremendous role model both personally and politically for me, and I hope to see her in the White House one day.
— Elizabeth
Hailey Stewart
She is not famous or a big-name leader — yet. Never have I met someone who so gracefully balances kindness with badass-ness. It is a balance I can only hope to achieve someday.
— Meredith
Sandra Bullock
Although she may not be some great political figure, Sandra showed me it’s OK to kick ass and wear heels.
—Alex
Ali Wolfe
She’s a superstar at being my best friend and I’m so grateful to have her.
— Lindsay
Lyn Hill
She is one of the toughest women of all time. She was the first person ever to free climb the nose of El Capitan, beating out all of her male competitors and setting a world record.
— Grayson