“I mean, honestly, we have to be clear that the life for many Afghan women is not that much different than it was a hundred years ago, 200 years ago. The country has lived with so much violence and conflict that many people, men and women, just want it to be over.”

American politician and diplomat, 1947–present. A defining figure in modern U.S. politics, she served as First Lady, Senator, Secretary of State, and Democratic presidential nominee twice. Known for her advocacy on global health, women’s rights, and diplomatic engagement, her career spans decades of public service and policy leadership.