Hillary the history maker
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The next few months will determine whether Hillary Clinton stamps an indelible mark on the history books by becoming the first female president of the United States and, arguably, the most powerful person in the world
Much has been made of her battle with fellow Democrat Barrack Obama and her plans for office, not to mention her previous stint in The White House.
She recently spoke to us about her upbringing, her inspiration and her views on issues from parenting to the environment.
Here's what she said...
What were you like as a teenager or in school?
Hillary Clinton: Think of the students in the movie Grease or the television show Happy Days and that's very much like the world I grew up in. And I remember watching the Ed Sullivan Show every Sunday night with my family.
I was interested in politics at an early age. I successfully ran for student council and junior class Vice President. During my senior year, I ran for student government President against several boys and lost. I wasn't surprised about losing, but I really minded when one of my opponents told me I was 'really stupid if I thought a girl could be elected President.'
Family life was important for me and my friends, and I spent a lot of time at my church, the First United Methodist Church of Park Ridge. My active involvement in the church opened my eyes and heart to the needs of others and helped instill a sense of social responsibility rooted in my faith.
What do you do to relax and take time for yourself?
Hillary Clinton: I don't have a lot of free time now that the campaign is in full swing, but whenever I have days off, I like catching up with friends and family. I also try to catch up on some of my favourite TV shows like Grey's Anatomy. For exercise, I like to walk. Sometimes Bill and I get an afternoon off, and we can go out walking in our neighbourhood, which is good for us and a real treat!
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