How Being Small Led to Big Politics

Lauren Boebert stands 5 feet tall and weighs just 100 pounds. Despite her small stature, it's become a significant part of her political identity. As a Colorado congresswoman, she uses her height to advocate for personal protection and gun rights. She openly carries a gun, not as a fashion statement, but because she feels vulnerable. "I'm a five-foot tall woman. The only way I feel safe is with an equalizer, " she once tweeted. Boebert believes that gun control affects women more than anyone else. Her restaurant, Shooters Grill, known for its gun-carrying staff, became a symbol of her philosophy. However, not all her stories check out. Despite this, her commitment to gun rights is strong. She even sent a Christmas card with her kids holding guns. Her height also influences how people perceive her in politics. Recently, she changed districts, but her stance on gun rights remains firm.