"Since my husband and pets are not things, I will assume they are already safe and now I have to grab three objects. 1) my computer, 2) illustrations I am working on for a children's book, 3) the photo album of my children growing up."
--Janice Phelps Williams, 54, a publisher, writer, illustrator from Athens

"Men vary, just like women. Some are chauvinists or are proud of ignoring women, while others are not. I am glad to have men friends who generally treat women, including me, well (i.e. like sisters and rational human beings). I personally despise the "beefcake" of grossly over-muscled men. I also think shaved heads, buzz cuts or mohawks are bad-looking. Men (or women) who glorify violence and speeding are gross. Too many films have featured (Clint Eastwood in the 1970s was a prime example) victimizing of men by other men and bad women. Then the victim is shown as 'justified' in exacting violent revenge."
--Lois D. Whealey, 78, a citizen activist/independent humanities scholar from Athens

"In what ways do you believe that being a women has impacted you negatively/positively? If you could give other women one piece of advice, what would it be?"
--Erin Hyman, 28, an office manager/delivery driver from Athens

Which presidential candidate, Barack Obama or John McCain, do you feel will be better for women in America?

If you were a man, do you think you would be pursuing a different career path?

Is Sarah Palin's pick as McCain's vice-presidential choice a good thing for the country? Is it good for women?

Are there adequate health-care options for women in Athens County? Should insurance be required to provide more coverage for women's health concerns?

How do you feel about Michelle Obama or Cindy McCain as first lady? Is the identity of the first lady likely to influence your presidential choice?

What ONE thing do you think would make your life easier?

Is if fair to discuss Gov. Sarah Palin's active support of abstinence-only education as an issue, in light of the unwed pregnancy of her 17-year-old daughter?