Senatorial Aspirations
Rankin ran for the Democratic nomination following the death of Theodore G. Bilbo. He finished last among five major candidates with over 24,000 votes and 13% of the vote.
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“The influx of women into paid work and her increased power raise a woman’s aspirations and hopes for equal treatment at home. Her lower wage and status at work and the threat of divorce reduce what she presses for and actually expects.”
—Arlie Hochschild (20th century)