This year’s presidential election has been unpredictable, unprecedented, and most times controversial.
But it’s also historic for having the first woman presidential candidate.
Christie Jordan, a registered Republican, said it’s a monumental time for women in history.
“I believe we have really been trailblazers and pioneers in politics,” Jordan said.
Jordan is the owner of Diversity Salon.
She’s also the first African American, woman council member in Altoona.
Jordan said regardless of the party you support, this year is a big stepping stone for all females “For us to highlight a woman that could possible be our next president is amazing.”
On the day before the election, Jordan said she remains undecided.
“It doesn’t mean I’m wishy washy or don’t understand what’s taking place,” Jordan said.
Jordan said she favors Trump’s business experience but questions his remarks regarding women and minorities.
The councilwoman says Clinton has strong political experience but disagrees with her stance on abortion.
Ultimately Jordan said it’s not a matter of loyalty to a political party or gender.
She said she needs to take a closer look at the people each candidate will surround themselves with and who’s going to make the best judgment calls.
Donna Gority, Blair County’s first female commissioner said Clinton has her vote but says no matter the outcome, this election season has been a political game changer.
“I was hoping that we would see this in my lifetime and I’m very excited that the time finally is here,” Gority said.
In light of all the controversy and hot topic issues both women agree that a female contender is not something to overlook
“Have we come a long way in 172 years practically? Yes, but do we have a long way to go where we don’t even have to talk about that it’s about it’s a woman where we can just look at candidates based on their credentials entirely,” Gority said.
