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Why Olivia Pope is an Exceptional Role Model

Olivia Pope, of ABC's hit show scandal, is a smart and savvy women who inspires viewers every day.

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I strongly believe that Olivia Pope is the strongest and most intelligent female protagonist on television today. Olivia Pope, played by Kerry Washington on ABC's Scandal, is a fierce boss lady who fixes the problems of those in political office in Washington D.C. Within the first episode you'll be infatuated with Olivia's charisma and her ability to get things done. Olivia is certainly Washington D.C.'s force to be reckoned with and everyone has a few things to learn from her.

Olivia is always speaking her mind and will never let any words go unspoken, no matter who it hurts and what impact it has on those around her, as long as justice is served. No matter what obstacles Olivia faces, she always lets good triumph over evil. Olivia sets a great example for viewers, she shows to always advocate for what is right and to always choose good over evil.


Along with standing up for what is right, she always advocates for worthy causes. She's been standing up for women throughout the whole run of the series and has even touched on the Black Lives Matter movement and advocated against police brutality. Even though she was not advocating for the popular belief among her peers, she still stood by her beliefs.

Olivia is always confident and is not afraid to show it; through her words, her strut and her fashion sense. No matter what Olivia is going through and the effects it may have on her. She's always on the top of her game, showing that even when things are tough to remain confident and let things fall into place.

Olivia's ability to solve problems and find loopholes is impeccable. No matter what the issue is Olivia uses critical thinking skills and her top of the line problem solving skills to fix whatever situation comes through the doors of her office.

Olivia's critical thinking skills allow her to form many plans of action for a specific situation. When "Plan A" fails Olivia always has another plan that is just waiting to be put into action. Lesson learned to always have back up plans in case of emergency.

She knows her worth and will never compromise it... even for the President of the United States... A good lesson for anyone at any stage in their life. If your job, your friends or a significant other are not truly appreciating your worth let them know that.

She's a hero to many. Olivia helps everyone that she comes across, whether it's bringing them or their loved ones justice, recovering their reputation or simply helping them with other aspects of their lives.

Olivia Pope is a role model for everyone, men and women alike. She speaks her mind, advocates for what is right, has confidence, has incredible problem solving skills, knows her worth and is a hero. I never thought I could look up to a fictional character until I came across Olivia Pope.

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