Nichola D. Gutgold
Nichola D. Gutgold is associate professor of communication arts and sciences at Penn State Lehigh Valley and author of six books including: The Rhetoric of Supreme Court Women: From Obstacles to Options (Lexington Books, 2012). She is at work on a new book on the communication styles of women world leaders.
Nichola D. Gutgold is a WMC SheSource expert on Politics.
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Hillary Clinton’s Future—Full of Possibilities
The author, who has closely followed Hillary Clinton's career, writes that pundits are posing the wrong question about Clinton's future. More »
Justice Ginsburg Should Continue to Raise Her Vital Voice
The author of a new book on the rhetoric of women on the Supreme Court argues that the nation needs to continue hearing the voice of Ruth Bader Ginsburg from her hard-won position on the high court. More »
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Reminds: “Keep in Mind Your Mission”
As Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg prepares to welcome Elena Kagan to the Supreme Court bench this fall, she reflects on the value of civil discourse in an interview with Associate Professor Nichola D. Gutgold. More »
Women’s History Month Primer: Running for Office
At the highest level of elective office in the United States, we’ve seen only a few women go after a major party nomination. The author, a professor of communications arts and sciences, extracts some lessons from their campaigns. More »
From Madam Gov. to Madam Pres.
Filling the pipeline leading to the first woman elected U.S. president will take candidates who have convinced voters of their executive abilities, argues the writer, author of two books on women’s races for the highest office. The same doesn’t appear to be true for men who run. More »
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Sarah Palin Is on the Road Again, But to Where?
Sarah Palin is back in the news, with an appearance on Oprah and a tour to promote her autobiography that can’t fail to excite her supporters. But can she move beyond her base to become a viable candidate again for national office? More »
Secretary Clinton: The Uses of “First Lady Tendencies”
A recent media take on the secretary reveals a truncated view of appropriate diplomatic style. A sense of mission derived from her own experiences drives Hillary Clinton as secretary of state, and the broad scope of her background grounds her work. More »
As Secretary of State, Clinton Can Exercise a Range of Roles
In her current job, Hillary Clinton has found the freedom to express herself in various modes that work for her and for the Obama Administration. She is winning the appreciation of the public and of political and media observers. More »
Hillary Clinton Continues To Rewrite the Script
Lisa Burns, author of First Ladies and the Fourth Estate (Northern Illinois University Press, 2008), concluded her illuminating book with the statement: “the question of women’s ‘proper’ place in political culture is as relevant today as it has been during any historical period.” As secretary of state, Hillary Clinton continues to redefine our possibilities as she demonstrates that the tradition-bound role of first lady can lead to a political voice on the international stage. More »
Girls Need to See Women Rise to Political Power
In about a week, Barack Obama will be sworn in as the 44th president of the United States—entering the history books as the first African American to serve. Young girls know from Hillary Clinton’s near success at becoming the Democratic candidate that women can aspire to the highest office too, but studies show that their assurance could quickly fade. More »
Speaking of Change: Women Broadcasters Deliver
Two thirds of the way through the male-moderated presidential debates, history has turned in this election when women broadcasters played a role. More »
The Clinton Nomination: Historic But Not Unprecedented
That Hillary Clinton’s name is being placed in nomination at the 2008 Democratic National Convention next week in Denver is the subject of much controversy. “Hillary Haters” are pointing to the ongoing Clinton drama. “Hillary Lovers” are rejoicing that she will be recognized for her historic presidential bid. More »
