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Divas
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Jennifer
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"She proved that a woman can be as strong as a man even stronger. Without
her Teddy couldn't even stay at bat."
Eleanor
(Israel) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"... because she loved people!"
Connie
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"She was the first U.S. president's wife to speak out against injustice,
and to get involved, on her own, in progressive causes."
Anna
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"She was an amazing woman. Everything she said was true, and I can relate
to it. She knew what she was talking about, and was strong, smart, and
just great."
C.M.D.
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"Although orphaned, shy, dominated, with no opinion of her own; she
became a national speaker, leader, and humanitarian. She spoke up for those
who could not, in a world dominated by prejudice and injustice."
Anne
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"She had the courage to do what was right setting aside criticism,
controversy and fear of political fall out. As someone who could have
lived the life of privilege, she chose to try to give privilege to all."
N.N.
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"She gave a great deal of hope to those not born into her class."
Andrea
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
""Eleanor Roosevelt was truly a self-actualized person" -
Abraham Maslow, Humanistic Psychologist. She overcame obstacles which
tormented her throughout her childhood and adult life, by using these
experiences as catalysts in her quest to balance rights and social conditions
for all."
Stephanie
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"Eleanor Roosevelt was a really cool lady because she did things that had
never been done. She broke out of the expected mold for women and fought for
the underprivileged. She worked her whole life to make a difference in social
reform, only to be criticized by many because of her active role. I think that
a diva is one who exemplifies power, grace, and intelligence and Eleanor
Roosevelt was all of those things and more."
Kimberly
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"Stood up when everyone else was sitting."
Ken
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"She was key in establishing the United Nations and fighting for human
rights. No woman and few men have done as much for laying the groundwork for
world peace as she did."
Gilbert
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"She was a strong woman who always worked for the betterment of humanity.
She revolutionized the role of women in the United States by revolutionizing
the role of the first lady."
George
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"Mr. Roosevelt touched many people in her lifetime. I was one of
them."
Mary
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"For political divas you have to be more then just a pretty face or stand
behind your husband (not saying that's wrong). You got to take chances, life
is a game of risk. I believe that Eleanor is the essence of this. She came
from a time of discrimination, against races and women. She made it a little
bit better. I know that there will never be a world without war, poverty,
hunger, hate or we would not exist. But every little bit helps, the one child
or children she kept alive could be the next one to give a little bit more."
Krystal
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"... because I did a report on her and it thought me girls can do a lot
of things."
Erin
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"Amazing person. She persevered and did so much for so many people
and is a real model for what all human beings should be."
Bridget
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"She is a great cousin/wife."
Rhonda
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"She's the role model of what a woman should be. She changed the world.
She made a difference. She cared for others. She knew she was far more than
her face -- she was a soul."
Kimberly
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"Eleanor Roosevelt is on of my favorite divas. She fought for the rights
women and blacks. She was dimmed by many for only her appearance and not for
herself. Yet she maintained a confident nature. She is a great role model for
young girls because she was said to be this or that... and yet carried on with
her life, marriage and motherhood not to mention a great politic job without
ever feeling sorry for herself. She is a great person for her ideas of not
caring what other people thought but caring more how they felt."
Rachel
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"I admire and look up to her. She was so cool! I have some of the same
philosophies she did. I am doing a big project on her."
Khailey
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"Hands down. A true woman of the world. A diva needs her lessons. El sure
got her fill of them... and came out of every one shimmering like a golden
goddess, all knowing... loving... forgiving. She is my idol, probably the top
of the list for me. I love Eleanor Roosevelt. Love her!"
Wilma
(Holland) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"She is my favorite diva in this category, because when the United States
were in a recession she always had a word to brighten the spirit."
Sarah
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"Eleanor Roosevelt was not afraid to speak for what she believed in. And
she worked hard to accomplish her goals - without ever asking anyone else to
help. She was an amazing person who helped to change the world."
Marilyn
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"She has done more to advance the living conditions of everyone in the
world than anyone else."
Anna
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"She fought for something she believed in."
Ann
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"Although she was wealthy, her most famous quotes can be related to in
all economic walks of life."
Kurt
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"There are rumours she was at least bi. Very politically aware and
active. As she said, she is her husband's legs! Very classy and intelligent."
Barb
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"A woman before her time! Eventually the president, her husband, had to
listen to her ideas on some policies because of her influence in the public
arena."
Bridget
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"Unique, intelligent, and wise political advocate - many of her beliefs
and quotes are still ever-present even today!"
L.R.
(Australia) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"She was an amazingly generous and intelligent woman."
Sue
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"Eleanor was a very complex woman, who endured all kinds of burdens while
standing up for the oppressed not only of the U.S., but in other countries as
well. If not for her, our world would be a much less caring and more
aggressive place. Her legacy is awesome."
P.U.
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"She overcame rejection from her family and prejudice due to her physical
appearance to be one of the most politically powerful women in the world, who
used her power for the improvement of the disadvantaged and socially
marginalized."
Sharon
(USA) on
Eleanor Roosevelt
"... because she stood up against her fears and the many obstacles that
could have worn her down to become a champion of all the underdogs and a model
for what a 'modern woman' could and should be."
Jennifer
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"She was a truly great woman, a strong-willed humanitarian."
Sally
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"This woman was the epitome of unselfishness in a terrifying political
time, literally running this country in the background and holding her head
high in an awkward public marital relationship. She deserved a medal of honor!"
Andrea
(Canada)
on Eleanor Roosevelt
"She left the world a better place than she found it."
Brooke
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"Eleanor suffered so much in her life. She had a husband who cheated
constantly on her and a mother who used to nickname her Grandma. Her strength
and understanding can only inspire all women that they are more than their appearance, status, or gender. That women of all levels can achieve with the
understanding of who they are as women. Eleanor took that, then took it further.
She has been an inspiration to me since I discovered who she truly was in high
school. She will always be there for me because she has taught me that I can
always be there for myself. Eleanor has been a candle for all women in their
gender role darkness."
Franchesca
(Germany) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"She is my favorite because she was the eyes and ears for F.D. Roosevelt,
and she went through so much as a younger person, with her mother calling her
the ugly duckling and so forth, with only her dad to talk to. And then she
also had to live with the fact that Franklin's last moments alive were with
her personal secretary Lucy Mercer. And I think she deserves it!"
Tami
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"Although she wasn't a looker she fought hard for women and people of
colour's rights an she wasn't afraid to speak her mind, like withdrawing from
the DAR because they didn't want a black singer in their facility!"
Robin
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"Courage and conviction!"
Marilyn
(Canada) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"I have long admired Mrs. Roosevelt for standing up for women rights."
Jay
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"A fearless, intelligent woman! As first lady she cemented the passage
between the vote and the women's rights movement. She cared, like most first
ladies, but unlike them had the drive to do it on her own and not stop after
the end of her husband's presidency. 2nd place goes to Hillary Clinton."
Lynn
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"She is very inspirational. I once did a report on FDR, her husband, who
is a very strong, wonderful man, but I became more interested in his wife, and
ended up doing the report on Eleanor instead."
Amanda
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"She was by far the most influential first lady, and I think she would
have made a good female president."
Ellie
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"She is my favorite diva because she was strong and fought for what she
wanted. That's why I like Eleanor Roosevelt."
Chamita
(Venezuela) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"No matter what Eleanor Roosevelt was an outstanding lady or as we call
her 'the first lady of the world'. She had a difficult childhood, and I
did too. I've been reading a lot about Eleanor Roosevelt, and I relate to
her in certain ways. I think that women like Eleanor Roosevelt have
changed women's perspective throughout the entire world. We ladies should
keep the same enthusiasm, and we should thank women like Eleanor Roosevelt for
changing our role in this man-ruled society!"
David
(Austria) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"... because of her very important role in getting Franklin D. (back) in
politics and shaping his views especially about the New Deal."
B.B.
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"Smart. Tough. Significant. Had her act together."
Michele
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"Humanitarian, intelligent, integrity, independent!"
Marilia
(Brazil) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"For everything she has done to humanity."
Debbie
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"I admire her for her determination, good sense, and good works."
Missy
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"Strong, strong, strong! We all knew she really ran the country. It would
be amazing to she what things she could do if she were here today, and not so
restrained as she was in her time."
Glenn
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"... because she was the first compassionate, powerful woman in US
politics, and she may have had a female lover."
Karen
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"She had an attitude that made her the equal of any man!"
Alfredo
(Mexico) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"Smart, bright, self-control!"
Jennifer
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"... because I believe
she showed the most personal courage, overcame the worst personal obstacles,
and had more positive impact on the world than any of the other political
divas."
Jon
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"She endured infidelity, Depression, war ... She wasn't a great
beauty, but she's one of the few people who can really be called a role model."
Josef
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"Her humanitarian work was executed in a fashion of complete tolerance
for the impoverished. She made a name for herself in spite of her unlikely
appearance. She was beautiful where beauty really counts!"
Phillip
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"She exemplifies
strength, courage and independence."
Paul
(USA) on Eleanor Roosevelt
"... the first First
Lady to play an active role in social reform."
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