The Bachelor Franchise Supports Women
There have been many critiques over the years saying that The Bachelor franchise relies heavily on "pitting women against each other to create drama". Although this is true in part, especially from the subtle (and not so subtle) involvement from producers, in times of great pressure under the public eye, The Bachelor franchise has become a showcase of strong women. Air time is given most to women that are confident, respect their own values and beliefs, women that support other women, even while dating the same man! The Bachelor once placed too much emphasis on shy, overly polite, docile women who just wanted to be "chosen" by the lead. Now, the editing of the show serves to display women who speak their mind, women who say "no" to being disrespected, women who act "unlady-like" and this is a reflection of modern society. We once had cast members like Courtney Robertson and Tierra LiCausi who got a lot of screen time being snide to other girls and bashful to their respective Bachelor. As society shifted to talking more and more about feminism about a decade ago, the Bachelor franchise changed with it. From such an odd circumstance of being one of many women to date one man, beautiful, strong characters were brought forth. Whether or not I, or the rest of the audience agreed with their values, beliefs or found them likable, these women held true to who they are even whilst under public scrutiny of their every word, tone, move and expression. This list includes 8 women who showed true strength and power during their time in the franchise (although there are many more!).