"I readily admit I was not an expert on foreign policy but I was knowledgeable and I didn't need a man who was the Vice President of the United States and my opponent turning around and putting me down"

Geraldine Ferraro was the first female Vice Presidential prospect in the United States. In this quote, she is reacting to criticism from her challenger and the Vice President of the United States. She is asserting her knowledge and experience in diplomacy, while also acknowledging that she is not an expert. She is emphasizing that she does not require to be put down by her challenger or the Vice President. This quote shows her self-confidence in her own capabilities and her determination to defend herself in the face of criticism. It also speaks with her commitment to gender equality and her belief that women ought to be respected and valued in the political arena.