As a conservative woman in Texas, I feel like I live in two different worlds. In my personal life, I’m a mother, a writer, and a neighbor who enjoys simple moments—cooking for my kids, walking my dog, and discussing faith and freedom with my family over dinner. My life reflects that of millions of women across America.
But online, in the media, and even in my inbox, things look different. Here, I am defined by my political beliefs alone. Because I hold conservative views, I’m treated as an easy target for ridicule and hostility.
The Media’s Unfair Portrayal of Conservative Women
I’m not alone in facing this. Many conservative women find themselves in the same position. While progressives claim to champion women’s rights, their tolerance seems to vanish when it comes to women like me. If we refuse to conform to their ideals, we’re mocked, dismissed, or painted as out-of-touch extremists.
Take, for example, how The Washington Post recently covered White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. The article, written by Kara Voght, was dripping with condescension, starting from its very headline:
“In Karoline Leavitt’s world, Trump’s word is enough.”
Leavitt, a 27-year-old Christian conservative, has proven to be a skilled communicator and spokesperson. Yet, instead of acknowledging her abilities, The Post chose to belittle her:
“Trump’s newest press secretary is radiant, blond, and apple-cheeked—as if one of Leonardo da Vinci’s Madonnas had been styled for a Fox News hit. Her delivery is righteous, if a bit smug.”
This language isn’t just unprofessional—it’s outright demeaning. Imagine the backlash if a progressive woman were described in such a way.
More Conservative Women Face Similar Attacks
Leavitt isn’t the only one. The media’s bias extends to many other conservative women.
Consider Usha Vance, wife of Vice President JD Vance. Despite being a highly accomplished lawyer who clerked for Chief Justice John Roberts and earned degrees from Yale and Cambridge, she was introduced in another Washington Post article with this line:
“Most of what we know about Usha Vance we know because her husband told us.”
This statement reduces her to nothing more than a reflection of her husband, ignoring her professional achievements. Would the same be said about a progressive woman married to a high-profile politician? Unlikely.
Another case in point: conservative influencer Alex Clark. Ahead of the 2024 elections, The Washington Post published a profile that dismissed her views as conspiratorial. The article accused her of promoting paranoia, linking her to what it called “Trump-inspired deep-state master planning.”
The trend is clear—when conservative women rise to prominence, they are not only scrutinized but also ridiculed and undermined.
The Double Standard in Media and Politics
It’s not just The Washington Post that engages in this kind of biased reporting. Salon has gone even further, publishing openly hostile headlines like:
“The Misogynist Agenda of MAGA Moms.”
This headline suggests that conservative women are not only misguided but actively working against their own interests. It’s an absurd claim that erases the personal agency of millions of conservative women who make their own political choices.
Another article in Salon attacked conservative women’s appearances, comparing them unfavorably to drag queens:
“Drag queens also embrace outlandish gender performance, but it’s to subvert rigid gender roles instead of reinforcing them. That, plus your typical drag queen knows how to make five pounds of makeup look cool instead of gross, but they won’t share their secrets with the ladies of the GOP.”
It’s hard to imagine a progressive woman being subjected to such ridicule in a mainstream publication. Yet, when it comes to conservative women, personal insults seem to be fair game.
The Real Problem with Media Bias
This kind of treatment isn’t just unfair—it’s harmful. The media’s portrayal of conservative women as either brainwashed followers or laughable figures fuels division and discourages open dialogue.
The irony is that progressives once prided themselves on promoting inclusivity, tolerance, and women’s rights. But when women like me, Leavitt, or Vance exercise our right to think independently and vote accordingly, that tolerance disappears.
I’m tired of being mocked for my beliefs. I’m tired of watching talented, accomplished women like Karoline Leavitt, Usha Vance, and Alex Clark be dismissed simply because they don’t fit the progressive mold.
It’s time for the media to do better. Women—regardless of their political beliefs—deserve respect, not ridicule.
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