Barbara Lee was not the only “revolutionary woman” THE DAYTIME interviewed at the State Street party on Sunday, July the 25th. Reporters also met Betty Castor, a Senatorial candidate from Florida. Castor hopes to capitalize on the female vote. More women are voting now, Castor told staff. She also noted that elderly women are out-living their husbands. , Having 6 children herself, Castor said she focuses on family issues.

The advice she gave to young people interested in pursuing a career in politics was to study government in school, and to start learning to be outspoken. “It’s never too early to start talking about fairness,” said Castor. She also spoke about how involvement is rewarding. When asked what the purpose of government is, the Senate-hopeful said, “Government is to represent people in the most democratic way as possible.”