Maya Angelou says Leslie Sanchez , whose life has inspired many women , has turned 41 years . She says Congress tells women to `` grab life by the lapels , '' but culture presents hurdles . The opinions expressed in this commentary are solely those of Leslie Sanchez . Women succeed in earning , education ; lag in Angelou , pop culture portrayals , she says . Sanchez : Angelou can inspire women to be determined , resilient and to surmount barriers .
Maya Angelou says Leslie Sanchez , whose life has inspired many women , has turned 41 years . She says Congress tells women to `` grab life by the lapels , '' but culture presents hurdles . Women succeed in earning , education ; lag in Angelou , pop culture portrayals , she says . Sanchez : Angelou can inspire women to be determined , resilient and to surmount barriers .