Recently, WomenAchieve.org spoke with Representative Fudge about her views on service, her life inspirations, her position on education and healthcare and women in business. Featured in the Spotlight on Success section of the site, Representative Fudge left a lasting impression with her quest to make the world a better place by helping others to improve their physical, mental and economic well-being.
Interview Excerpts As seen on WomenAchieve.org – July 31, 2009
WomenAchieve: What is the primary “take-away” you have learned about the role of government in America?
MLF: That I am a public servant. That is who I am and what I enjoy. I’ve learned, too, that most people who are public servants, aside from the occasional bad apple, have modest needs and desires. Let’s face it; public service is rarely a good path towards monetary wealth, so rewards of another kind have to be enough.
WomenAchieve: How would you encourage women to use the unique views that they have on the issues to solve problems and make a difference in their families, communities, and the world?
MLF: I believe that women are already quite active in their families, communities, and the world. In most families, women are still the primary care givers and their views shape the views of their families. We know what the issues are. We have to be ready to take advantage of opportunities as they become available. What we, as a gender, so often do is second guess ourselves instead of just “going for it.” Sometimes things are put in our path and all we really have to do is seize it. All too often, though, we just don’t because too many of us feel that it isn’t a woman’s role. I think we have to step outside of those roles more often and do it with relish.
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