> “There have been numerous objections to this bill, and serious legal concerns have been raised,” Brown said. “I don’t minimize the potential flaws that indeed

> “There have been numerous objections to this bill, and serious legal concerns have been raised,” Brown said. “I don’t minimize the potential flaws that indeed may prove fatal to its ultimate implementation. Nevertheless, recent events in Washington, D.C. — and beyond — make it crystal clear that many are not getting the message.” Why do people so often assume -- as Brown has here -- that more women in power will lead to progressive outcomes? 41% of women voted for Donald Trump. 37% of women currently approve of his performance. These numbers are lower than men, it's true, but not that much lower (52% and 45%, respectively). Even though more women believe Ford than men, there is little difference in opposition to Kavenaugh by gender: https://www.politico.com/story/2018/10/01/poll-kavanaugh-ford-opinion-854860 https://www.politico.com/story/2018/10/01/poll-kavanaugh-for... Many progressives seem to view women as a voting bloc that will ensure left-leaning results. The numbers do not support this view.