ace while employed, such as meeting their children's teachers. Al Gore's stance on women in the workplace compared to his opponent George W. Bush's is more beneficial to me. On his homepage, George W. Bush has made it clear that he does not believe that women or minorities should be assisted in any way in the working world. He insists that there should be no affirmative action programs or quotas. If our society operated in a truly equal manner, there would be no need for these regulations, however women and minorities are historically prone to discriminations. As more women graduate from college and earn degrees, I believe that there lies a growing sense of animosity from a formerly male dominated job market. It is important to me that I am protected from discrimination, because I am working hard in school now to have a fair and equal chance amongst men later. Although equality in the workplace is not a main concern in my life right now, it is my greatest fear for the future. I feel confident that Al Gore, if elected, will pursue legislation that will make it possible for me to break through the glass ceiling. Another concern I have for the future of our country is its rapid expansion and constant depletion of vital resources. Polar ice caps, clean drinking water, and land preservation, are serious issues regardless of one's age, sex, or political affiliation. As a nation, out economy can only continue to prosper if we live in a healthy, livable environment. Legislation regarding the preservation of our environment is essential and beneficial to each person in this nation and Al Gore has made the environment his signature issue. "If elected into office, Al Gore has promised to curtail global warming and guarantee cleaner air. He has plans to reduce smog, greenhouse gas emissions and ozone depletion." (Project Vote Smart.) Additionally, "Gore intends to preserve public lands and irreplaceable natural resources by providing funding for pa...
