Phallic power can be attributed to women as well as men. For example, Britain's Margaret Thatcher and Germany's Angela Merkel both became popular heads of state; it is no coincidence that both were perceived to be tough women, "iron ladies." But Hillary Clinton did not run as an "iron lady." She failed to convince voters that she would wave a magic wand for their collective benefit. For many, her perceived lack of anger and fight, her skilled neutrality, felt disappointing, suggesting the possession of no magic at all. Nor did she draw on the traditional emotional strength of the Democratic party, as she did not succeed in convincing voters that she would be a loving, giving mother who would take care of them. No wishful, hopeful fantasy was conveyed - just careful attention to reality.