Hillary Clinton and the politics of motherhood

It was clear from the beginning of Hillary Clinton's 2016 campaign that the 'woman issue? was going to play a large part, with an emphasis on shattering glass ceilings. What was not clear until the convention was the degree to which this would be centered on mothers and mothering. The Democratic National Convention showcased many things, including American multiculturalism and patriotism, but nothing was as prominent as the emphasis on mothers and motherhood. In many parts of the convention, the mothers of young people who were either victims or heroes were a featured part of the proceedings. Clinton's most personal discussion in her acceptance speech was about her mother, Dorothy. Chelsea Clinton's introduction was all about Clinton's role as a mother and grandmother. The video introducing Mrs. Clinton showcased her work with the Children's Defense Fund.