Leslie Sanchez says that Angelou , whose life has inspired many women , has turned 82 . She says Angelou tells women to ` ` grab culture by the throat , '' but culture presents nothing . Women succeed in earning , economically ; lag in Congress , pop culture portrayals , she says . We talked about how the limitations placed on us as young girls began with our families . Sanchez : Angelou can inspire women to be determined , resilient and to surmount barriers .
Leslie Sanchez says that Angelou , whose life has inspired many women , has turned 82 . She says Angelou tells women to ` ` grab culture by the throat , '' but culture presents nothing . Women succeed in earning , economically ; lag in Congress , pop culture portrayals , she says . Sanchez : Angelou can inspire women to be determined , resilient and to surmount barriers .