Candidate Profiles

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May 4, 2015
Vol 51 Issue 18 Politics · Politicians · Elections · Election 2016 · Republican

Carly Fiorina, a former Silicon Valley executive, announced Monday her candidacy for the 2016 presidential election, becoming the first female Republican hopeful to officially launch a campaign. Here’s what you should know about Fiorina:

Alter Ego: Sally Cyber

Adds Diversity To GOP Field: In a sense

Previous Job: Computer at Hewlett-Packard

Presidential Ambition: To lay off 30 percent of Americans

Biggest Asset: Will remain Washington outsider for remainder of life

Inspirational Background Story: Sought ways to optimize technology systems and increase consumer awareness of Hewlett-Packard

Time Left To Soften Edges: Not much

Forbes Lists: “Most Powerful Women” (51), “Women In Tech” (21), “Ultimate Sandwich Lovers” (5)

Didn’t Always Make Most Popular Choices At HP, But Made The Right Ones?: Absolutely

Guilty Pleasure: Analyzing systems to eliminate redundancies

Voter Appeal: Fills rare role of business executive who also has political aspirations