[Tax-chick]

It drives me crazy when I see articles that say, as this one days, “The American woman wants this, the American woman wants that ...”. What’s wrong with the American woman, then? Why can’t she show some gumption and have or achieve what she wants, without someone’s having to make her a charity case?

Okay, there’s societal pressure to hold a paying job. Who says one has to give in, if that’s not what one wants? Stand up, “American Woman,” and redefine yourself as a person who is capable of deciding what she values and acting on her principles, instead of being Jell-o.

[Servant of the Cross]

Interesting point that I didn't consider. Yes, I don't think Kathryn intends that it is to be 'stay-at-home' only either. You are correct in saying there is no such thing as one monolithic "the American woman" (but it is a great song).