The "Mommy Track" Debate
As more and more women continue to move into the workplace, hot debate has arisen surrounding the issues of work and family balance. Many female managers and professionals with young families are leaving the fast track for what has become known as the “mommy track.” Today, as young people are applying for jobs, many now take into consideration a company’s values of a work and life balance. Some say that the pressures of maternity are becoming an obstacle for many women who wish to continue their climb up the corporate ladder. Often times when women become pregnant, they are forced to abandon their careers. Therefore, the following question has aroused many controversial arguments: can women obtain high standards of success in their careers and maintain the best possible home life?
These debates have generated a new term referred to as the “mommy track.” The “mommy track” is a new option many employers have for working women to consider. It involves making the switch from working full time to a career path calling for part-time employment, allowing for more time to be spent at home with the children. Today, many large corporations are considering implementing “mommy track” option.
There are conflicting viewpoints involving the “mommy track.” Supporters of the track claim that women cannot make it to the top of their prospective career fields and be the primary focus in their children’s lives. They say a “mommy track” would allow these women to maintain their careers while playing a vitally important role at home. Those opposed to the creation of a “mommy track” claim that it is separate and unequal, permanently derailing women’s careers, making them ...
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...nd, the opponents successfully reached their targeted audience, acknowledged the opposition and built a strong emotional appeal, established effective credibility, and composed a logical and successful argument. One thing is for certain; the “mommy track” is an issue that many will have to decide upon as one begins contributing to their workplace.
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