Many people do not handle these positions well.  Good leaders are rare. We sadly rarely see good female leaders because they aren't loud attention seekers or screwing up and making news. There are many men with chips on their shoulders or narcissists letting their egos drive. Some are even excellent leaders and despicable tyrants.  The worst in history were men. I wouldn't vote for someone based in their sex or race etc but what I can discern of their character and ability.  I would hope we could all work towards that goal.