The women we celebrate tonight are truly extraordinary, she said.

Theyve demonstrated not only strength and courage but also compassion, dignity, and leadershiptheyre real badasses.

It goes without saying that for the formidable DVF, doing good deeds jibes with glamour.

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It included former Prime Minister of New Zealand, The Rt.

But I firmly believe that people are demanding a different kind of leadershipa leadership that is more humane.

The world is so cruel these days, she continued.

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Democracy is at risk, people are worried about their jobs.

All of that theres little we cannot solve when we focus on our shared humanity."

I believe its possible to lead differently, and Im on a mission to help others do the same.

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She believes this is what has happened with Kamala Harris, whom she endorsed at the Democratic Convention.

Thats what happened with Kamalashe dropped that veil.

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