Heldman

An interesting concept that the documentary picks on is that of Labyrinth, which Heldman says should be used instead of glass ceiling.

A comparison of women in politics in the USA and UK… « My Liberal Democrat Political Ramblings… 2009

Heldman said that women are less likely to have the confidence in their own ability and skill level to feel as though they are worthy of political office.

A comparison of women in politics in the USA and UK… « My Liberal Democrat Political Ramblings… 2009

Sam Heldman: Maybe the brief was in opposition to a motion to dismiss, and maybe the brief in support of the motion to dismiss included a sentence saying that the case * was* an “insane lawsuit brought in ignorance” blah blah blah.

The Volokh Conspiracy » Never a Good Way to Start Your Argument 2010

Sam Heldman: I know some judges who would think so, too.

The Volokh Conspiracy » Never a Good Way to Start Your Argument 2010

Caroline Heldman, who provided the bulk of research statistics and findings as a PHD student, said that the low level of USA women in politics in comparisons to other countries was because other countries allow more accessible paths to get to top positions.

A comparison of women in politics in the USA and UK… « My Liberal Democrat Political Ramblings… 2009

Heldman became proficient, earning a number-one ranking in Texas in the early 1950s.

Gladys Heldman. 2009

The first participants in the circuit, known as the “Houston Nine,” played in the first Virginia Slims Circuit tournament in Houston in late 1970; the players prominently accepted one dollar contracts from Heldman.

Gladys Heldman. 2009

In 1959, when the United States Lawn Tennis Association (USLTA) decided not to hold the National Indoor Championship because the competition had lost money the previous year, Heldman agreed to underwrite the losses.

Gladys Heldman. 2009

At first, the male tennis establishment, headed by Jack Kramer, punished the women who dared to play in the Heldman-sponsored events.

Gladys Heldman. 2009

But after a three-year power struggle that included lawsuits initiated by Heldman and King against the USLTA, a reconciliation was reached.

Gladys Heldman. 2009