Mary Benefield 3rd Vice Chair | DeKalb County Republican Party
Mary Benefield 3rd Vice Chair | DeKalb County Republican Party
Republican Representative Nancy Mace of South Carolina questioned former Democratic Governor Martin O'Malley of Maryland during a House Oversight Committee hearing. The session focused on the stay-at-home federal workforce, and Mace asked O'Malley to define what a woman is.
O'Malley, who served briefly as Social Security Commissioner under President Joe Biden and was a 2016 Democratic presidential candidate, responded without providing a direct definition. Instead, he noted, "I’m talking to a woman right now — distinguished woman — elected representative," referring to Mace.
Mace pressed further for clarification. O'Malley reiterated his position by mentioning his family: "I’m married to a woman. I have two daughters who are women." This exchange continued for several minutes with similar responses from O'Malley.
Mace's questioning also touched on broader issues regarding gender definitions and the Democratic Party's stance following their 2024 election results. She has been known for her advocacy against what she describes as "transgender madness" and has previously introduced resolutions related to gender identity issues in Congress.
O'Malley's reluctance to provide a concrete definition reflects ongoing debates within political circles about gender identity and language. His approach aligns with some Democrats' views on these topics, which have been subject to public scrutiny and debate.
The interaction between Mace and O'Malley highlights the ongoing discourse surrounding gender definitions in politics today.
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