I missed this story from late March.
Six in 10 women describe themselves as the primary breadwinners in their households, and 54% manage the family finances, according to the poll by Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America.
Even so, 49% fear becoming a bag lady — a homeless woman who wanders the streets of a city lugging her meager belongings in a shopping bag.
Most surprising, 27% of women earning more than $200,000 a year said they fear falling into such destitution.
I’m stumped as to why so many women are so pessimistic. There has never been more achievement by, and opportunity for, women. College campuses are dominated by women students, as are many advanced-degree programs. Women lead some of the most successful companies in the world and hold some of the highest positions in government, politics, and world affairs venues. Even when women are educated, accomplished, self-sufficient, and financially stable, it’s still not enough to end the “poor me” attitude that has permeated society. The survey results referenced above are really stunning.
