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'power' Is An Explosive Word, Particularly When Applied To Women.

Common Wisdom Dictates That The Vice President Should Provide Balance To The Ticket By Representing A Different Part Of The Country, Another Set Of Experiences, Or A Basketful Of Electoral Votes.

Inaction, Contrary To Its Reputation For Being A Refuge, Is Neither Safe Nor Comfortable.

Any Smart Executive Understands That To Find The Best Talent She Has To Explore New Territory That Lies Beyond Familiar Geography. That Applies Not Only To Gender, But Also To Race, Religion, Background And Age.

Those Who Speak Up, Those Who Use Their Connections, Are More Likely To Succeed Than Those Who Sit And Wait.